US Approval
- When
- 1884
- Where
- United States (site not specified)
In 1884, the US Secretary of State announced sympathy with and approval of the humane and benevolent purposes of the International Association of the Congo.
In 1884, the US Secretary of State said, "The Government of the United States announces its sympathy with and approval of the humane and benevolent purposes of the International Association of the Congo." This approval followed the successful lobbying of businessman Henry Shelton Sanford at Leopold's request, which on 22 April 1884 secured the support of President Chester A. Arthur's administration.
Sources
- Congo Free State Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-08
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