Carl Peters
German colonialist, politician, and author (1856-1918) · Politicians · Died at 61
Carl Peters was a German explorer and colonial administrator. He was a major promoter of the establishment of the German colony of East Africa and one of the founders of the German East Africa Company.
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He was a controversial figure in Germany for his views and his brutal treatment of native Africans, which ultimately led to his dismissal from government service in 1897.
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1856 to 1918 · aged 61
