The Congo

(Pamphlet, 9th edition)

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The story of the Congo is the story ofimperialism, foreign governments drawing boundaries and associating disparate tribes, resources being mined and profiting the rich and powerful, racism, fears and stories of cannibalism, civil wars, a series of corrupt foreign and domestic leaders, and no end in sight. Once thought of as The Dark Continent, Sub-Saharan Africa has a long and dreary road ahead to take back their countrys own resources and construct a positive path towards its future. This is the tale of how the war-ravaged Congo never stood a chance at forming its own democracy or nationalizing wealth produced within its borders. TheSimple History Seriesis an ongoing set of digestible bits and stories told the way they are often not taught in school.

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John Gerlach is the author of the zine Breakfast Served All Day. He lives in Minneapolis.