What Was Unique About the Belgian Acquisition of the Congo

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Essay

What was unique about the Belgian acquisition of the Congo? What were the consequences of that acquisition for the populations of the Congo,for Belgium,and for King Leopold?

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Definitions:

Discrimination

Discriminatory acts against various categories of individuals, mostly due to their racial, age, gender, or disability status.

Head Tax

A fixed fee charged as per capita tax on every individual, historically used as a form of immigration restriction.

Chinese Immigrants

Individuals from China who move to another country, with the intention of living there permanently or for an extended period.

Racial Stereotyping

The oversimplified and generalized beliefs about individuals based solely on their racial identity, often leading to prejudices and discrimination.