King Leopold tried to legitimize his Congo Free State by appointing ________ as a provincial governor, a position he held until 1891.

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King Leopold II of Belgium appointed Tippu Tip, a well-known Arab trader and leader, as a provincial governor in the Congo Free State to help legitimize his rule. Tippu Tip was known for his influence and operations in the East African slave and ivory trade, and his appointment was part of Leopold's efforts to control and exploit the region.

King Leopold Tried to Legitimize His Congo Free State by Appointing