magine a sepia photograph showing a line of Congolese people, chained at the ankles, being led through a clearing in the jungle. The composition captures the stark contrast between the natural beauty of the Congo and the inhumanity of colonial exploitation. The weariness in their steps and the despair in their eyes are evident, even in monochrome. The aged, sepia effect adds a timeless quality to the image, underscoring the enduring legacy of their struggles