In exhibitions that were popular until the early 20th century, living people of color were displayed for the enjoyment of white audiences. The bigotry behind those shows lives on.
Belgium promises return of Congolese artifacts looted in colonial rule cgtn.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from cgtn.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Of the artefacts that document Africa’s cultural and historical heritage, 80 % to 90 % are either in Europe or the USA. They were looted by European powers in colonial times. The debate on restitution has been gaining momentum in recent years in Europe.
Belgium s African museum hopes to redeem colonial past returning DRC loot laprensalatina.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from laprensalatina.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.