Casement, Congo & the Comeback of Empire: Is Trump Reviving Imperialism?
The David McWilliams Podcast
Bicycles, Rubber, and Colonial Exploitation
This chapter examines the historical significance of the pneumatic tire and its role in the bicycle movement, alongside the emergence of a consumer-driven European middle class. It delves into the dark consequences of rubber demand on exploited regions like the Congo, emphasizing the brutalities of colonialism and the impact on indigenous populations. Additionally, the chapter highlights the liberating force of bicycles for women during the suffragette movement, drawing connections between progress and exploitation.
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