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- The principle of effective occupation was established, meaning that European powers had to show they could effectively control and develop a territory in order to claim it.
- The conference prohibited the slave trade in the Congo Basin and Niger River regions.
- The conference recognized King Leopold II of Belgium's claim to the Congo Free State and established free trade in the Congo and Niger River basins.
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What continent was divided up by the European nations at the Berlin Conference?
Africa
What region was most affected by decisions made at the Berlin Conference?
The region most affected by decisions made at the Berlin Conference was Africa. The conference divided Africa among European powers, leading to colonization and exploitation of African resources and people. This division ignored existing tribal boundaries and led to long-lasting political and social repercussions on the continent.
Did the partition of African lands at the Berlin Conference establish new borders?
Yes, the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885 established new borders in Africa by dividing the continent among European powers. These borders disregarded existing African states and cultures, leading to artificial boundaries that still impact the region today.
What is the capital of alemania?
The capital of Germany is Berlin.
What is the continent of Berlin?
Berlin is not a continent; it is the capital city of Germany located in the continent of Europe.
What meeting by European nations set the rules and conditions for the takeover of Africa?
Berlin Conference
What meeting by Europeans nations set the rules and conditions for the takeover of Africa?
Berlin Conference
Was the meeting of 14 European nations to divide Africa?
It was the Conference of Berlin
What is an alternate name for the Berlin Conference?
The Berlin Conference, which took place in 1884 - 1885 is known by a couple of alternate names. One is the Congo Conference, and the other is the Berlin West Africa Conference.
Who took the Congo river in the Berlin conference?
Belgium, France and Portugal were the three that were claiming areas in the Congo.
What were three conditions of the Berlin Conference of 1884-85?
The powers who met at the Berlin Conference to partition Africa agreed that each power would abide by the boundaries established at the Conference. Also, each power was responsible for effectively occupying their assigned territory, and civilizing their colonies.
What place were africans given at conference table in Berlin?
In Berlin
What details did the Berlin Conference decide among Europeans?
What did the 15 European countries who met at the Berlin Conference in 1884 determine
What impact did the Berlin Conference have on Africa?
The Berlin Conference regulated how European colonization and trade could take place in Africa. Known also as the Congo Conference, this conference brought about the brutal power of King Leopold II.
Where is the Berlin Conference held?
The Berlin Conference was held in 1884 in Berlin. Fourteen European countries and the United States got together to plan the further exploitation of Africa.
Who was not at the Berlin conference?
African tribes
When did Berlin conference start?
1884
