The mission included 11 other West African soldiers, 4 Gabonese interpreters, and 4 Frenchmen including Brazza. Camara quickly proved his worth on the expedition, learning local languages and winning the support of local populations, as well as the respect of his French commanders.
Camara's team consisted of 11 other West African soldiers, 4 Gabonese interpreters, and 4 Frenchmen including Brazza. He quickly proved himself to be a valuable asset on the expedition, learning local languages and earning the respect and support of both local populations and his French superiors.