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Season 2, Episode 4 World War One comes to the Belgian Congo
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In 1914 the Nations of Europe went to war.
The African colonies of these powers had differing views on the conflict, but the Belgian Congo was drawn into war in the face of German colonial aggression.
The peoples of the Congo were once again asked or coerced to support their new leaders. Combined they created a mighty powerhouse of military might and raw materials which would help on a global stage.
The strength of the Congolese was starting to be visible to all, not least of all themselves.......
28 episodes
Manage episode 319032006 series 2850807
In 1914 the Nations of Europe went to war.
The African colonies of these powers had differing views on the conflict, but the Belgian Congo was drawn into war in the face of German colonial aggression.
The peoples of the Congo were once again asked or coerced to support their new leaders. Combined they created a mighty powerhouse of military might and raw materials which would help on a global stage.
The strength of the Congolese was starting to be visible to all, not least of all themselves.......
28 episodes
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