The History of Belgium: A Small Country with a Giant Colonial Legacy — Fexingo History
The Belgian Congo's 1895 Batetela Rebellion: A Revolt of the Empire's Own Soldiers — Fexingo History
The Batetela Rebellion in 1895 saw Tetela soldiers of the Belgian colonial Force Publique mutiny against their officers in Luluabourg. Causes included unpaid wages, racist treatment, and broken promises. The revolt spread to Kasongo, leading to brutal reprisals and highlighting…