File:Berlin Conference, 1884–85.jpg

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Otto von Bismarck, the then Chancellor of Germany, cutting a cake labeled 'Africa'

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English: A cartoon, uncredited, in the French magazine "L'illustration" dated January 3, 1885, on page 17, presents a critical view of the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885. It depicts Otto von Bismarck, the then Chancellor of Germany, cutting a cake labeled 'Africa' with a knife, symbolizing the division of the continent. The other delegates at the conference are shown sitting around the table, watching the scene in shock.
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