Lesson 76 of 84 · Imperialism
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In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, European powers engaged in a scramble for Africa, driven by a desire for economic expansion, national prestige, and a belief in racial superiority.
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In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, European powers engaged in a scramble for Africa, driven by a desire for economic expansion, national prestige, and a belief in racial superiority. This period of imperialism saw countries like Britain, France, and Germany colonizing vast territories, often disregarding the existing cultures and societies. The Berlin Conference of 1884-85 formalized the partition of Africa, where European nations divided the continent without consideration for indigenous people. This led to profound social, political, and economic changes, many of which are still felt today.
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The Berlin Conference regulated European colonization and trade in Africa.
By 1914, nearly 90% of Africa was under European control.
The scramble for Africa was partly fueled by the Industrial Revolution's demand for raw materials.
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