Which Five European Countries Placed Virtually All of Africa During the Scramble for Resources?
Between 1880 and 1900, five key European countries dominated Africa’s colonization: Britain, France, Belgium, Germany, and Portugal. This period is referred to as the ‘Scramble for Africa.’ These countries aggressively expanded their territories and controlled Africa’s resources and populations. These countries prioritized resource extraction over local needs. They aimed to reap wealth through rubber, minerals, … Read more