About
Explorer who was sent to Africa in order to find the lost Dr. David Livingstone.
Before Fame
He was born as John Rowlands, but took on a new name after moving to America.
Trivia
Upon finding the Scottish missionary, he uttered the famous phrase, "Dr. Livingstone, I presume?"
Family Life
His father died several weeks before his birth, and his family history has been in question.
Associated With
He helped the King of Belgian brutally suppress and control the Congo area tribes. His methods inspired Joseph Conrad's famous book, Heart of Darkness.
