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Leopold II of Belgium - Trading posts and colonies,...

Trading posts and colonies, gentlemen, have not only strengthened the commercial positions of the peoples concerned; these nations owe their greatness to these institutions. (Leopold II of Belgium)

Trading posts and colonies, gentlemen, have not only strengthened the commercial positions of the peoples concerned; these nations owe their greatness to these institutions.

Leopold II of Belgium

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