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Matadi, Congo Free State - Leopold II and Colonial Officials
Matadi, the chief sea port of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the capital of the Bas-Congo province. Postcard celebrating the Independence of the Congo Free State, bearing the portrait of King Leopold II of Belgum (1835-1909) and five of his Officers who were major colonial players in the region: (from left) Felix Fuchs (1858-1928), Colonel Albert Thys (1849-1915), Baron d Edmond Van Eetvelde (1852-1925), Francis, Baron Dhanis ) and Colonel Theophile Wahis (1844-1921). Date: circa 1906
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Baron Belgian Brutal Colonel Colony Congo Congolese Democratic Felix Free Fuchs Leopold Officials Regime Seaport Albert Matadi
Greetings Card (A5)
Step back in time with our Matadi, Congo Free State greeting card from the Media Storehouse collection. This beautifully detailed postcard features an iconic image of Leopold II and colonial officials, captured in Matadi - the historic sea port of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and former capital of the Bas-Congo province. Perfect for those who appreciate history, this unique card is a celebration of the Independence of the Congo Free State. Order now and add a touch of history to your correspondence.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 13.7cm (8.3" x 5.4")
Estimated Product Size is 21cm x 29cm (8.3" x 11.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Matadi, Congo Free State: A Celebration of Colonial Power and Progress (circa 1906) This postcard, depicting Matadi, the chief seaport of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the capital of the Bas-Congo province, proudly showcases the power and influence of King Leopold II of Belgium and his colonial officials. The image, which celebrates the independence of the Congo Free State, features the portraits of five key figures who played significant roles in the region's colonization: King Leopold II (1835-1909), Felix Fuchs (1858-1928), Colonel Albert Thys (1849-1915), Baron Edmond Van Eetvelde (1852-1925), Francis, Baron Dhanis (1861-1909), and Colonel Theophile Wahis (1844-1921). Located on the Congo River, Matadi was a vital hub for the Belgian colonial regime, which ruled the Congo Free State from 1885 until its annexation by Belgium in 1908. The port city's strategic location made it essential for the transportation of rubber and other resources extracted from the Congo's vast territories. The image conveys a sense of pride and achievement, with the colonial officials standing tall and confident, surrounded by the bustling activity of the port. However, the brutal reality of the Belgian regime in the Congo, which was marked by forced labor, exploitation, and widespread violence, is not reflected in this celebratory postcard. Despite the dark history of the Belgian colonial rule in the Congo, this postcard remains an important historical artifact, shedding light on the people and events that shaped the region during a pivotal period in its history.
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