The Belgian Congo was unable to attain peace immediately after gaining independence primarily because the Belgian military leaders maintained power over Congolese soldiers. This power dynamic created significant tensions and conflict, as the new Congolese government struggled to assert its authority and legitimacy while facing opposition from military figures who had been loyal to Belgian colonial rule. The lack of a united and cooperative transition from colonial governance to self-rule contributed to instability and unrest in the country.
Evaluate why the Belgian Congo was unable to attain peace immediately after gaining independence.(1 point)
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The Belgian military leaders maintained power over Congolese soldiers.
The Belgian military leaders maintained power over Congolese soldiers.
The Belgians invaded the Congo and took back control.
The Belgians invaded the Congo and took back control.
The Soviet Union allied with the Belgians to fight the Congolese.
The Soviet Union allied with the Belgians to fight the Congolese.
Mobutu was a poor leader who could not unite the people.
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