1. The Scramble for Africa

2. Africa today

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4. Why did European nations compete in the “Scramble for Africa?”
Exploration paved the way for conquerors-as Europe become more industrialized-the need for new resources increased
Until the 1870’s-Europeans really had little interest in Africa (except for the slave trade)
Outposts had been established along the coast, but for trade purposes only.

5. Between 1870-1914 a dramatic shift occurs
Almost all of Africa comes under European rule
First Leopold II of Belgium acquires the Congo, then the French take the west and the British take the rest

6. The Age of Imperialism
Imperialism-domination by one country of the p/e/c life of another
Most common form of influence- colonies

7. European Imperialism
Forces driving Imperialism-economic, political and social
Industrial Revolution-as European nations became more industrialized/wealthy-searched for new markets and raw materials
Belief in European superiority-new sense of nationalistic pride

8. “Backward” Nation Underdeveloped natural resources Primitive economy
Weak government
Limited military power

9. Factors promoting Imperialism In Africa
Europeans technological superiority
Means to control empire-steam engine
Perfection of quinine 1829
Africa culturally and linguistic diverse-discouraged unity

10. Work of Explorers
Explorers Stanley and Livingston describe geography, resources and people of Africa.
Glowing reports reawaken Europe’s interest in Africa.

11. Gold and diamonds..
Discovery of gold and diamonds increased Europe’s interest in colonizing Africa-No European power wanted to be left out of the race….

12. The scramble.. Brings European powers to the brink of war
To settle their disagreements-the Berlin Conference took place from
Without consulting the African people, the European nations drew boundary lines on a map of Africa

13. Examine the maps below and answer the questions that follow

15. After the Scramble

16. Examine the two maps and then answer the following questions
What is the main difference between the two maps?
What part do you think The Berlin Conference played in the creation of Map 2?
What do you think happened to the African political entities by 1914?
According to map 2, which 2 European countries held the most territory?
Why do you think this is?

17. Using the chart, answer the following questions
What % of Africa was colonized by 1913?
Which two countries have the MOST territory?
How much of Africa is independent?