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Congo's colonial power was Belgium, which controlled the region from the late 19th century until the mid-20th century. King Leopold II of Belgium initially claimed the Congo Free State as his personal possession in 1885, exploiting its resources and people. Following international outrage over the abuses during this period, the Belgian government formally annexed the territory in 1908, making it a Belgian colony until Congo gained independence in 1960.

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