Colonial powers would see many rebellions during the 19th century-mainly because of poor treatment of its now-colonial subjects and for overextending its power. The Batetela Rebellion in the Congo was one such instance. Beginning in January 1895, the native Tetela people serving in the Force Publique would lash out at French in a conflict that went on for over a decade. The Batetela Rebellion The FP […]
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