15 nov 1884 - The Berlin Conference
Description:
Took place from1884 to1885. European countries met to divide Africa among themselves without involving African leaders. It set rules for colonization, with Belgium’s King Leopold 2 gaining control of the Congo. This started the Scramble for Africa, where European powers quickly took control of African lands.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
15 nov 1884
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 140 ans