I get the message, but don't see what Leopold II of Belgium has to do with all this. Of all the historical figures, is he really the one to choose to describe colonialism and tyranny? Hmmm... I know worst examples...
Leopold II's harsh exploitation of Africa caused the death of millions. For example, if a child did not deliver the expected amount of rubber, their hands were cut off. The amount of severed children's hands and limbs sometimes measured in tons per day. Yes, he's rightful grouped with Hitler.
Leopold II's harsh exploitation of Africa caused the death of millions. For example, if a child did not deliver the expected amount of rubber, their hands were cut off. The amount of severed children's hands and limbs sometimes measured in tons per day. Yes, he's rightful grouped with Hitler.
I get the message, but don't see what Leopold II of Belgium has to do with all this. Of all the historical figures, is he really the one to choose to describe colonialism and tyranny? Hmmm... I know worst examples...
Leopold II's harsh exploitation of Africa caused the death of millions. For example, if a child did not deliver the expected amount of rubber, their hands were cut off. The amount of severed children's hands and limbs sometimes measured in tons per day. Yes, he's rightful grouped with Hitler.
Leopold II's harsh exploitation of Africa caused the death of millions. For example, if a child did not deliver the expected amount of rubber, their hands were cut off. The amount of severed children's hands and limbs sometimes measured in tons per day. Yes, he's rightful grouped with Hitler.