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Which German colonial governor was known for his brutal rule in German East Africa?
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Carl Peters
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Carl Peters was a German colonial governor known for his brutal rule in German East Africa. He was responsible for numerous atrocities against the native population, which led to his dismissal from the colonial service in 1897.
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