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It is important to note that French Congo is Congo-Brazzaville (Republic of Congo). Belgian Congo is Congo-Kinshasa (Democratic Republic of Congo), which is significantly larger.
The French conquered Congo-Brazzaville in 1880 as a result of Pierre de Brazza's treaty with Makoko of the Bateke.
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Brazzaville is the capital of what African country?
Brazzaville is the capital city of the Republic of the Congo (formerly "The Congo" or French Middle Congo). The country is currently a socialist dictatorship.This country is often confused with its neighbor, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (formerly the Belgian Congo or Zaire). The capital of the DRC is Kiinshasa, directly across the Congo River from Brazzaville.
When was Democratic Republic of Congo invaded by the Belgians?
King Leopald II didn't have any colonies, and decided he'd take over the Congo.Yeah new person-Well not only did he not own any colonies but back in the 1800's the Congo was very resourceful. They had rubber, ivory, tin, cooper and many natural resources. King Leopold took over around 1882 when a treaty was signed that gave the right for him to take over.
What was Zaire known as?
The Republic of Zaire was the name of the present Democratic Republic of the Congo between 27 October 1971, and 17 May 1997. It known as the Belgian Congo up until its independence in June 1960.
What is the capital and largest city in the democratic republic of the Congo?
The capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (aka the Congo) is Kinshasa.The capital of the smaller Republic of the Congois Brazzaville.The Democratic Republic of the Congo's capital is Kinshasa, the capital of The Congo is Brazzaville
Which two cities served as capitals of french colonies in subsaharan Africa?
I believe it was Brazzaville in the Republic of the Congo and Abidjan in Côte D'Ivoire.
How do you spell congo in french?
In French, "Congo" is spelled the same way as in English: "Congo." It refers to the Republic of the Congo or the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The pronunciation, however, differs slightly in French.
When did French Congo end?
French Congo ended in 1910.
When was French Congo created?
French Congo was created in 1880.
What is Congo in French?
Le Congo (masc.)
Congo's old name?
French Congo.
How do you say Congo in french?
République démocratique du Congo (Democratic Republic of the Congo; Congo-Kinshasa) République du Congo (Republic of Congo; Congo-Brazzaville)
Is Congo a french speaking country?
Yes, the Congo Republic (capital: Brazzaville) and its neighbour the Congo Democratic Republic (capital: Kinshasa) are French speaking countries. They also have a lot of local languages.
When did the french invaded the Congo?
The French invasion of the Congo primarily refers to the establishment of French colonial rule in the region during the late 19th century. The French formally claimed the area known as French Congo (now part of the Republic of the Congo) in 1880, amidst the broader context of European colonial expansion in Africa. The region was later incorporated into French Equatorial Africa in 1910.
How long were the french in the republic of congo?
The French had a presence in the Republic of Congo primarily during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when they established the French Congo as a colony in 1880. The territory was part of French Equatorial Africa until 1960, when the Republic of the Congo gained independence. Thus, the French colonial rule lasted approximately 80 years.
Gambia is to English as Congo is to what?
French
What continent is the Congo?
The Congo, officially called the Democratic Republic of the Congo is in the continent of Africa. The official language is French and the capital is Kinshasa.
What is Democratic Republic of Congo in French?
The French name for the DRC is 'la République Démocratique du Congo' (RDC)
