Leopold II Quotes
To open to civilization the only part of our globe where it has yet to penetrate, to pierce the darkness which envelops whole populations, it is I dare to say, a crusade…
Context
Referring to European colonization of Africa.
Citations
Leopold II, 1835-1909, King of Belgium, Opening address, Geographical Conference, Brussels, September 11, 1876
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