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539. Horror in the Congo: The Crimes of Empire (Part 2)

The Rest Is History

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Brutality and Control: The Force Publique in Colonial Congo

This chapter examines the harsh tactics of the Belgian colonial regime in the Congo, spotlighting the Force Publique, a black soldier-led army under white Belgian control. It highlights the brutal treatment of the troops and the historical roots of ethnic violence in the region.

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