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With the guidance of King Leopold and a handful of talented diplomats, Belgium marched toward the goal of international peace and cooperation with strides only temporarily deviated.

— Early Belgian colonial Efforts: The long and fateful shadow of Leopold I, Page 102

What It Means

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Leopold I of Belgium

About Leopold I of Belgium

Leopold I (16 December 1790 – 10 December 1865) was the first King of the Belgians, reigning from July 1831 until his death.