Congo Free State

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Congo Free State

Name

Congo Free State

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Historical

Summary

The Congo Free State was a large absolute monarchy in Central Africa under the personal control of King Leopold II. It existed as a private possession rather than a Belgian colony during its period of operation. The territory now constitutes the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Statistics

Area

2,345,410.00 km²

Population

20,000,000

Location