Many "congo towns" were established in this country by repatriated citizens of (*) neighboring countries, and the Republic of Maryland was incorporated into this nation to forestall French claims to it.
The USS Chester helped quash a rebellion of the Kru people in this country. One president of this nation was videotaped as his ear was cut off by Prince Johnson, and he came to power after disemboweling his predecessor in his bed. Several members of the Progressive People's Party of this country were jailed in response to the Rice Riots. This country's politics was dominated by the True Whig Party. Many "congo towns" were established in this country by repatriated citizens of (*) neighboring countries, and the Republic of Maryland was incorporated into this nation to forestall French claims to it. Its leaders include William Tubman, William Tolbert, and Samuel Doe. One former leader of this country evaded arrest at an ECOWAS conference in 2003 but is now on trial at the Hague for war crimes involving blood diamonds. For 10 points, identify this country previously led by Charles Taylor and currently led by Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, a former colony founded by freed American slaves.
The USS Chester helped quash a rebellion of the Kru people in this country.
Republic of Liberia