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Frederick Starr

    Frederick Starr was an American academic and anthropologist who focused on the study of Japanese folk customs. He became renowned as an avid collector of Japanese charms and votive slips, earning the nickname Dr. Ofuda in Japan. His work delved into a deep interest in cultural artifacts and their significance in folk life. Starr was dedicated to the popularization of education and making cultural heritage accessible to the wider public.

    The Truth About the Congo: The Chicago Tribune Articles
    • The Truth About the Congo: The Chicago Tribune Articles is a collection of articles by journalist Frederick Starr, originally published in the Chicago Tribune in 1906. Starr's articles expose the brutal practices of King Leopold II of Belgium in the Congo Free State, drawing attention to the plight of the Congolese people and ultimately contributing to the end of Leopold's reign over the colony.

      The Truth About the Congo: The Chicago Tribune Articles