Leopold II's Reign of Terror: Unmasking the Atrocities in the...

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Leopold II's Reign of Terror: Unmasking the Atrocities in the Congo Free State

King Leopold II of Belgium is a name that often evokes strong reactions, and for good reason. While celebrated in Belgium for his modernization efforts, his legacy is forever tarnished by the brutal exploitation and atrocities committed in the Congo Free State. This vast territory, approximately 76 times larger than Belgium itself, was under his personal rule from 1885 to 1908. What began as a...

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