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540. Horror in the Congo: A Conspiracy Unmasked (Part 3)

The Rest Is History

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Edmund de Morel: The Human Rights Advocate

This chapter chronicles the transformative journey of Edmund de Morel as he emerges as a powerful figure in human rights advocacy, exposing the brutalities of King Leopold II's regime in the Congo Free State. It details the moral awakening of a young employee turning from complicity to activism, driven by his discovery of exploitation and violence in the trade. Morel’s investigative journalism lays the groundwork for political awareness and debate surrounding the atrocities in the Congo, highlighting the profound impact of his efforts on future human rights movements.

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