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Why did continental countries engage in a "Scramble for Africa" in the later nineteenth century
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Why did continental countries engage in a "Scramble for Africa" in the later nineteenth century? From about 1870-1905, also known as the 'Era of Empire for Empire's Sake', 'The Great Adventure' and 'The Scramble for Africa', European nations began what is called 'New Imperialism' today. During this age, almost 23,000,000 kmē of territory was acquired. Colonialism was widespread in Southeast Asia and the East Asia seaboard, but Africa was still ultimately the target of imperialist expansion. It is rather apparent that these European nations, primarily Britain, France, Germany and Italy, embarked on a foreign policy of expansionism due to mainly economic, reactionary and humanitarian reasons. However, the debate here is which is the most important reason. The European nations wanted colonies for economic development. Medical advancement in the 18th century reduced mortality rates and lengthened life expectancies. This resulted in rapid population growth and subsequently, living standards rose and this was accompanied...
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