Historically, the population of Tibet consisted of primarily ethnic Tibetans and some other smaller ethnic groups. According to tradition the original ancestors of the Tibetan people, as represented by the six red bands in the Tibetan flag, are: the Se, Mu, Dong, Tong, Dru and Ra.
The issue of the proportion of the Han Chinese population in Tibet is a politically sensitive one and is disputed. The People's Republic of China has actively swamped Tibet with Han Chinese migrants in order to alter Tibet's demographic makeup.
Tibet was once an independent country before China invaded it in 1950.
STATEMENTS AND RELEASES
Candle Vigil for the Panchen Lama
Where : Green Lake, North Seattle
When : April 25, 2010 (6 to 8 pm)
Assembly : southend of the lake
Please join the Annual Candle Vigil on Panchen Lama’s 21st birthday.
Gedhun Choekyi Nyima was recognized at age six by His Holiness the Dalai Lama
as one of Tibet’s most important religious leaders. Determined to control religion in
Tibet, the Chinese authorities kidnapped this young boy and his family on May 17, 1995 just days after he was recognised as the 11th Panchen Lama.
Sponsored by the Tibetan Association of Washignton, http://www.washingtontibet.org
STATEMENTS AND RELEASES
Candle Vigil for the Panchen Lama
Where : Green Lake, North Seattle
When : April 25, 2010 (6 to 8 pm)
Assembly : southend of the lake
Please join the Annual Candle Vigil on Panchen Lama’s 21st birthday.
Gedhun Choekyi Nyima was recognized at age six by His Holiness the Dalai Lama
as one of Tibet’s most important religious leaders. Determined to control religion in
Tibet, the Chinese authorities kidnapped this young boy and his family on May 17, 1995 just days after he was recognised as the 11th Panchen Lama.
Sponsored by the Tibetan Association of Washignton, http://www.washingtontibet.org
Tibet National Uprising Day
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Wednesday, March 10, 2010
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3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
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Front of Westlake Mall - Downtown Seattle
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On March 10th we will be observing 51st Anniversary of the Tibetan National Uprising Day with protest march. We request every Tibetan and friends of Tibet to join us. Please bring your own Tibetan National Flag and placards.
On March 10th we will be observing 51st Anniversary of the Tibetan National Uprising Day with protest march. We request every Tibetan and friends of Tibet to join us. Please bring your own Tibetan National Flag and placards.
Help Save Tibet Now!
Seattle Friends of Tibet
Support Action Group
Email: contact@SeattleFoT.org
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