Congo History: 1885 - 1908 - King Leopold II Rule Leopolds regime began undertaking various development projects, such as the railway system which took years to complete. The goal of almost all projects was to increase the financial capital of Leopold and his cohorts, e.g. rubber production for use in making tires. Exploitation and abuse of people and land in order to obtain maximum profits at minimum financial cost. Leopold’s profits used to build several buildings in Brussels and Ostend to honor himself and his country. 10 million - 15 million Congolese died within a 23-year period due to exploitation and diseases as a result of King Leopolds natural resources profiteering ventures. Learn more and share Congos history at Congoweek.org #Congoweek2014
Posted on: Tue, 26 Aug 2014 00:42:02 +0000
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