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Human sacrifices in the Country of the Bakutis
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Human sacrifices in the Country of the Bakutis
History of Africa. 19th century. The Congo. Human sacrifices in the country of the Bakutis, near the Equator station. Chromolithography. El Congo y la Creacion del Estado Independiente de este nombre. Historia de los Trabajos y Exploraciones Verificados (The Congo and the Founding of its Free State. A Story of Work and Exploration), by Henry M. Stanley. Edited in Barcelona, ca.1890. Spain
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Belgian Beliefs Chromolithography Colonialism Colonization Congo Continent Equator Ethnicity Exploration Explorer Explorers Fear Free Groups Human Jungle Kneeling Leopold Morton Natives Peoples Reign Rite Rope Sacrifice Sacrifices Stanley Tribal Tribes Zaire
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This haunting chromolithograph captures a chilling scene from the dark history of Africa in the 19th century. The image depicts human sacrifices in the country of the Bakutis, near the Equator station, as documented by explorer Henry M. Stanley in his book "The Congo and the Founding of its Free State."
In this powerful illustration, we see a group of indigenous men kneeling in fear before their European colonizers, who have imposed their brutal customs upon them. The stark contrast between the black race and white reign is evident as these tribal rites are carried out under the watchful eye of King Leopold II of Belgium.
The scene is filled with tension and dread as ropes bind these men to their fate, highlighting the cruelty and violence that characterized this era of colonization. It serves as a stark reminder of the atrocities committed against native peoples in pursuit of power and control.
As we reflect on this disturbing image, we are reminded of the importance of acknowledging and learning from our past mistakes to ensure a more just and equitable future for all peoples. This print stands as a testament to both the resilience and suffering endured by those who were subjected to such horrors during this dark chapter in African history.
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