* Exploited the Congolese for their natural resources, such as rubber, gold, and ivory.
* Forced the Congolese to work in dangerous conditions, often resulting in death or injury.
* Instituted a system of racial segregation and discrimination.
* Suppressed Congolese culture and language.
* Committed numerous acts of violence against the Congolese, including torture, rape, and murder.
The Congolese:
* Resisted Belgian rule, often through armed rebellion.
* Refused to cooperate with the Belgian authorities.
* Preserved their culture and language, despite Belgian attempts to suppress them.
* Eventually achieved independence from Belgium in 1960.