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The Ghost in Your Phone (Throwback)

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King Leopold's Brutal Reign in Congo

The chapter sheds light on the horrific colonization methods used by King Leopold in Congo, emphasizing the violence and exploitation inflicted on the Congolese people. It explores the resistance and awareness efforts led by individuals like Sheppard and Morel, revealing the atrocities hidden under Leopold's rule. The narrative extends to the repercussions of Leopold's relinquishing of control to the Belgian government and the ongoing exploitation of Congo's resources by European powers.

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