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Q: What is it called when European nations claimed colonies in Africa and Asia?
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Which European nations owned which pacific rim colonies?

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Why did European nations want to establish colonies in Africa?

It was colonized because there was a lot of gold and diamonds in Africa


What european nations had colonies in Africa?

Great Britain France Germany Portugal Italy Belgium


Was Africa owned by the Europeans?

Historically, many European nations had colonies in Africa. However, Europe never "owned" the continent.


What were the 8 european countries that had colonies in africa?

Many settled in modern-day South Africa, Angola, Namibia, Madagascar, Botswana, Mozambique, Swaziland, Zambia, Kenya, Zimbabwe, Mauritius, Equatorial Guinea, Ghana and Senegal. These nations still retain considerable white populations.


European nations sought colonies in Africa primarily because the Europeans were?

B) competing for raw materials and markets


Which nations claimed the most colonies in Africa?

European colonization was for many reasons. Wether it be for power, land, resources, to spread ideas (such as religion or European supremacy), or just simple exploration and adventure. The United Kingdom, France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands all had notable territories in Africa.


What type of colonies shaped the country of Africa?

European Colonies


What was the growth of European colonies in Africa called?

The Scramble for Africa.


On which four continents dd the European claim land?

Europeans claimed land on four continents: Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Australia.


What Parts on the African Map Were claimed by European Countries?

All of Africa was claimed by European nations at one point or another; the only exceptions are Liberia and Ethiopia. Liberia was technically colonized by the United States and Ethiopia remained independent, although the nation was invaded by Italy.


What European country claimed most of the land in North Africa?

France claimed the most of the land in North Africa.