Which missionary heart was buried in Africa?
Which missionary heart was buried in Africa? The Hunterian has, in its collection, a slice of the tree under which the Scottish explorer and missionary David Livingstone's heart was buried.
How did David Livingstone feel about Africa?
In spite of his paternalism and Victorian prejudices, Livingstone believed wholeheartedly in the African's ability to advance into the modern world. He was, in this sense, a forerunner not only of European imperialism in Africa but also of African nationalism.
What is the old name for Livingstone?
Originally known as the Old Drift, Livingstone owes its existence primarily to the Victoria Falls and was established as a staging point across the Zambezi River. The town is named after Dr. David Livingstone, the first European to see, name and publicise the Falls.