The following lists events that happened during 1891 in the Congo Free State.
Incumbent King – Leopold II of Belgium Governor-general – Camille Coquilhat, then Théophile Wahis
Events
Date Event The Compagnie du Congo pour le Commerce et l'Industrie (CCCI) joins with a group of English investors to formally create the Compagnie du Katanga, which would defend Belgian interests in Katanga Province against British claims. American Presbyterian church in Congo founded, precursor of the Presbyterian Community in Congo. 9 April 1891 Royal Order of the Lion is established by King Leopold II of Belgium, awarded for services to the Congo. 15 April 1891 Théophile Wahis replaces Camille Coquilhat as vice governor-general
See also
Congo Free State History of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
References
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