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What European country was the first to colonize the West Indies?
Many European nations colonized west Africa. Most notably it was the French who made most of west Africa under them until last half of 20th century. Algeria, Chad, Niger etc were all colonized by them.
What European country had the first colony in Africa long before any other nation?
Portugal established the first African colony inMozambique in 1500.
The first European settlers at the far southern tip of Africa were the?
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The first European country to reach India was?
it was Portugal
Is South Africa a European Country?
South Africa is a country located at the very south end of the continent of Africa. It is a large country and is arguably considered the economic powerhouse of the African continent. It is known officially as The Republic of South Africa, or RSA for short. South Africa has neighbouring countries Mozambique, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland and Lesotho, which all together form the Southern African region. South Africa's most famous statesman was Nelson Mandela, who was the country's first democratically elected president in 1994. Prior to 1994 South Africa was notorious around the world for its oppressive and abusive race separation system, called Apartheid, which was used to forcibly control the 'non-white' majority population for the economic benefit of the white minority ruling class.
Wisconsin was first claimed by which country?
The French were the first to claim Wisconsin.
The first European country to explore and claim Iowa?
France.
What was the first European country to explore and claim Iowa?
France
Was the first European country to explore and claim Iowa?
France
What European country discovered Africa first?
Great Britain
Which European country was the first to arrive and claim lands in Mexico?
Spain qualifies as such.
Which european country first established colonial administration Africa?
Portuguese
Which European country first dominated the slave trade in Africa?
Portugal
What European power was the 1st to colonize Africa?
Portugal was the first European country to set up a colony in Africa. Portugal landed on Africa's Gold Coast in 1471 and built the Castle of Elmina, becoming the first European settlement.
What European country sent the first explorers and traders to west Africa?
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Which country first claimed Tennessee?
The first claim to what is now known as Tennessee was made by Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto in the early 16th century. However, permanent European settlement in the area did not occur until the late 18th century with the arrival of British and American settlers.
Who was the first European country to establish a presence in China?
Portugal was the first European power to claim Chinese land when it set up a port in Macao.
