Congo Free State
Also known as État indépendant du Congo, Etat independant du Congo, Independent State of Congo, Independent State of the Congo
area in Central Africa controlled by Leopold II of Belgium (1885–1908)
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The Congo Free State was a large territory in Central Africa that was personally controlled by King Leopold II of Belgium from 1885 to 1908, rather than being governed as a typical European colony. It matters historically because Leopold's rule there resulted in widespread exploitation of the Congolese people and resources, making it a significant example of colonial abuse.
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Today part ofDemocratic Republic of the Congo
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1885 establishments in the Congo Free State1908 disestablishments in AfricaBelgian colonisation in AfricaBelgium–Democratic Republic of the Congo relationsBlue and yellow flagsCongo Free StateFormer Belgian coloniesFormer colonies in AfricaFormer monarchies of AfricaHistory of the Democratic Republic of the Congo by periodLeopold II of Belgium