King Leopold II: The Horrors of Belgian Colonialism in the Congo King Leopold II of Belgium, a man known for his extravagant lifestyle and ruthless ambition, cast a long shadow over the Congo, a vast region in central Africa. His reign, which spanned from 1885 to 1908, was marked by unspeakable brutality and exploitation, leaving … Continue reading King Leopold II: The Horrors of Belgian Colonialism in the Congo More