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Kolubah is a former NPFL rebel who now works as second-in-command at the National Ex-Combatant Peacebuilding Initiative, an NGO that provides ex-fighters with psychosocial counseling; he is known as Zealous for his dedication to social work.
Robert Blair: Following Up on Kristof in Liberia: Views on Truth and Reconciliation from the Ground 2009
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Morea, and he took the resolution of again sailing towards Alexandria; and on the 1st of August, Captain Flood in the "Zealous" signalized the enemy's fleet at anchor in Aboukir Bay.
The History of England in Three Volumes, Vol.III. From George III. to Victoria Edward Farr
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August, 1798, the masthead lookout of the "Zealous" discovered the long-sought-for enemy, lying in Aboukir Bay, on the coast of Egypt, fifteen miles east of Alexandria.
The Life of Nelson, Volume 1 (of 2) The Embodiment of the Sea Power of Great Britain 1877
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"Zealous," the flagship was dropped to sixth in the order, -- Nelson thus placing himself so that he could see what the first five ships accomplished, while retaining in his own hands the power to impart a new direction to the remaining five of those then with him, should he think it necessary.
The Life of Nelson, Volume 1 (of 2) The Embodiment of the Sea Power of Great Britain 1877
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The "Zealous," following, anchored where Foley had purposed, on the bow of the "Guerrier;" and the next three ships, the
The Life of Nelson, Volume 1 (of 2) The Embodiment of the Sea Power of Great Britain 1877
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"Zealous," and asked if he thought they were yet far enough to the eastward to clear it, if they then headed for the enemy.
The Life of Nelson, Volume 1 (of 2) The Embodiment of the Sea Power of Great Britain 1877
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Only one British ship, the "Zealous," was in condition to follow, and she did so; but Nelson, seeing that she could not be supported, recalled her from the unequal contest.
The Life of Nelson, Volume 1 (of 2) The Embodiment of the Sea Power of Great Britain 1877
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N. Korean Parents 'Zealous' About Children's Education
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Zealous advocacy requires thorough investigation and effective examination of witnesses.
Matthew Fraidin: Could More Public-Interest Lawyers in D.C. Help Prevent Domestic Tragedies? Matthew Fraidin 2011
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Zealous, exacting, hungry for recognition, he was a workaholic who relished pushing himself and his subordinates to the limits of physical endurance.
The Return Daniel Treisman 2011
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