The civil war between government and rebel forces in Sierra Leone continues to disrupt the country's economy, and has led to internal displacement of the population. As rebels looted and burned down country villages, many people fled to the capital Freetown.

Kamajor soldiers, who generally fight in support of government forces, wear amulets that they believe offer protection from bullets. The civil war between government and rebel forces in Sierra Leone continues to disrupt the country's economy, and has led to internal displacement of the population.

Mariatu Kamara (14) lives in a camp for amputees. Mariatu's hands were cut off by rebels. The civil war between government and rebel forces in Sierra Leone continues to disrupt the country's economy, and has led to internal displacement of the population.

A group of soldiers known as the West Side Boys. The civil war between government and rebel forces in Sierra Leone continues to disrupt the country's economy, and has led to internal displacement of the population. As rebels loot and burn down country villages, many people flee to the capital Freetown.

Displaced villagers head to Freetown. The civil war between government and rebel forces in Sierra Leone continues to disrupt the country's economy, and has led to internal displacement of the population. As rebels loot and burn down country villages, many people have flee to the capital Freetown.

A wounded girl at Rogberi Junction. She was shot in the leg while fighting for a group of soldiers known as the West Side Boys. The civil war between government and rebel forces in Sierra Leone has continued to disrupt the country's economy, leading to internal displacement of the population.

Gibrilla Kamara had his hand amputated by rebels. He was told to sacrifice the hand with which he had voted for former president Kabbah. The civil war between government and rebel forces in Sierra Leone continues to disrupt the country's economy, leading to internal displacement of the population.

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