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The document introduces a comic book created by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) that addresses the impact of war on communities, specifically through the fictional story of two warring groups, the Zutas and the Amas. It emphasizes the importance of International Humanitarian Law in protecting war victims and encourages readers to engage in discussions about reducing suffering during conflicts. The ICRC expresses hope that readers will join in promoting the values of human life and dignity.

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The document introduces a comic book created by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) that addresses the impact of war on communities, specifically through the fictional story of two warring groups, the Zutas and the Amas. It emphasizes the importance of International Humanitarian Law in protecting war victims and encourages readers to engage in discussions about reducing suffering during conflicts. The ICRC expresses hope that readers will join in promoting the values of human life and dignity.

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INTRODUCTION

“The fast blowing wind


does not sweep everything away.”
(Pokot proverb, Kenya)

Dear Reader,

Wars happen all over the world and sometimes it seems nothing will ever stop the
violence. However, we should never forget that even wars have limits! In every country,
religion and culture, we find rules and traditions designed to reduce the suffering caused
by wars. These norms are at the heart of International Humanitarian Law, a universal
set of rules that protects war victims, especially children and women, and prevents
fighters from using certain arms and weapons.

The International Committee of the Red Cross {ICRC) helps victims of war across the
world and works to protect their rights and dignity. The human suffering caused by war
is also the subject of this new comic book. The story deals with two communities, the
Zutas and the Amas. Unable to live in peace with each other, they resort to violence,
causing much suffering in both villages. How far will they go? Will they manage to find
ways to limit the effects of their war?

Of course, the Amas and Zutas don’t exist in reality but similar stories can be found in
war zones across the world. So what can you do about this? Read this comic and
discuss with your friends what difference you could make in this kind of situation. What
do you think should be done to reduce the suffering of victims when war breaks out?
We in the ICRC think that in the end everybody has a choice, that of human life and
dignity. We hope you agree and join us in spreading these important ideas.

At the end of this book, you will find games and more information about the Red Cross
and what it does.

Enjoy the story!

Vincent Nicod
Head of the ICRC’s Nairobi Delegation

CONTRIBUTIONS
The International Committee of the Red Cross would like to thank the following for
their valuable support and contribution in the development of this comic book:

The Kenya Ministry of Education and the teachers and pupils of :


Pitpagh Primary School (West Pokot), Sangach Primary School (Marakwet), Koloa Primary School (East Baringo), Imonpoquet
Primary School (West Pokot), Kapsangar Primary School (West Pokot), Kipteber Primary School (Marakwet) Gatuanyaga
Primary School (Thika), Ngoriba Primary School (Thika) and Limuru Model Primary School (Limuru)

PRODUCTION:
“The Battle of The Villages” is a production of the International Committee of the Red Cross, Nairobi Regional Delegation, 2002

Project Coordination: Vincent Bernard, Communication Delegate, ICRC.


Research and Editorial work: Emmanuel Nyabera, Dissemination Officer, Florian Westphal, Regional Information Delegate, ICRC.

Script-Writing & Art Direction: Nduhiu Change, Artage Communications


Illustrations: Henry Koske´, Artage Communications
Computer Graphics: Davidson Njoroge, Artage Communications
Pretesting & Research: Eva Slater, Artage Communications, Anne Kilimo & Robin Waudo, Communication Officers, ICRC,
Lucy Chai, Communication Assistant, ICRC

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