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Belgium's Caribbean Colony: Suriname's Forgotten History
While we often associate Belgium’s colonial past with the Congo, there was another chapter written in the Caribbean. This episode explores the history of Dutch Suriname, which fell under Belgian administration during the Napoleonic Wars. We trace how this brief period shaped the island’s demographic and cultural landscape, introducing figures like Johannes van den Bosch and the complexities of the Society of Antwerp Merchants. Through the lens of Sranan Tongo and the lives of individuals like Kofi, we examine the enduring legacy of slavery and resistance in Paramaribo. Join us as we uncover a…
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