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Belgium's Congo Statue Removals and the Fight for Memory
This episode examines the complex and often contentious process of removing colonial-era statues in Belgium, focusing on the legacy of King Leopold II and the recent debates surrounding public memory. We explore the specific case of the statue in Antwerp, the arguments made by historians and activists regarding historical representation, and the broader cultural shift occurring in Brussels. Lucas and Luna discuss how cities are re-evaluating their monuments, the role of museums like the Royal Museum for Central Africa in Tervuren, and the ongoing dialogue between Belgium and the Democratic…
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