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Friends of the Congo: The Congolese Struggle for Self-Determination

Revolutionary Left Radio

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The Tragic Exploitation of the Belgian Congo

This chapter explores the history of European colonialism in the Belgian Congo, focusing on the brutal and inhumane treatment of the Congolese people under the rule of King Leopold II. It discusses the extraction of resources like rubber and the tactics employed to maintain control over the region. The chapter also highlights the efforts to expose the atrocities and support resistance movements against King Leopold II's reign.

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