answersLogoWhite

0

King Leopold II of Belgium played a crucial role in organizing the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885, primarily to legitimize his claims to the Congo Free State. His goal was to secure international recognition for his brutal exploitation of the region's resources while presenting it as a philanthropic endeavor aimed at civilizing Africa. By participating in the conference, Leopold sought to ensure that other European powers would not interfere with his ambitions in the Congo, ultimately facilitating a personal empire built on forced labor and extraction.

User Avatar

AnswerBot

1w ago

What else can I help you with?