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

The Rest Is History

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Atrocities in the Congo Free State

This chapter explores the horrific practices of mercenary forces under King Leopold II in the Congo, detailing the forced labor and violence inflicted on local populations for rubber extraction. It reveals the normalization of brutality, the exploitation disguised as labor, and the chilling accounts from those who witnessed the atrocities, including missionaries. The narrative also reflects on the moral implications of these actions and the historical accountability related to the profound human suffering endured during this dark period.

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