During the French Protectorate in Morocco, which lasted from 1912 to 1956, the country experienced significant economic and infrastructural development, but at the cost of its sovereignty and cultural identity. The French imposed their administrative and legal systems, often sidelining traditional Moroccan governance structures. This led to widespread resentment among Moroccans, as they faced economic exploitation and cultural assimilation efforts. Ultimately, the period sowed the seeds for nationalist movements that sought independence in the mid-20th century.
The French colonized Mali as part of French Sudan beginning in 1880, during the "Scramble for Africa." It was administered as part of the region called French West Africa for 80 years, until it achieved independence in 1960.
Morocco was semi-independent throughout the 1800s. France showed great interest in Morocco as soon as it began to colonize Algeria in the 1830s, but would not establish the French Protectorate of Morocco until 1912. In 1860, Spain expanded its territorial possessions in Morocco and continued to expand control in the later 1800s. However, Spain never controlled more than 10% of "recognized" Morocco.
During WW2 Vietnam was a French protectorate and was named French Indochina.
The four countries that were annexed into the French Empire during its expansion in the 19th century include Algeria, which became a French colony in 1830; Tunisia, annexed in 1881; and Morocco, which was established as a French protectorate in 1912. Additionally, the region of Savoy was annexed from Italy in 1860. These annexations were part of France's broader imperial ambitions during this period.
Ahmed Moulay was a prominent Moroccan figure known for his role as a leader during the late 19th century and early 20th century. He served as the sultan of Morocco from 1908 to 1912 and was involved in efforts to modernize the country amid increasing European colonial pressures. His reign was marked by political instability and challenges from both internal factions and foreign powers, ultimately leading to Morocco’s establishment as a French protectorate.
How where foreigners such as the Spanish, Portuguese, the French, the Jews, and the Africans treated in England during Shakespeare's time?
In 1805, France tried to claim Morocco as its protectorate and Kaiser William II visited Morocco and publicly supported its territorial integrity. In 1906,A conference was called by the Powers in Spain the solve the First Moroccan Crisis. Britain backed France to get the national defence of Morocco. In 1911, Germany sent a gunboat to Moroccan port of Agadir to protect its interest over there and prevents it from expanding. Britain backed France again and Morocco becomes the protectorate of France. Although the two Moroccan Crises did not result in war, it further worsened relationship between Britain, France and Germany.
France and Germany have historically had tensions regarding Morocco, particularly during the early 20th century when Morocco was a French protectorate. The core issue stemmed from Germany's ambitions to challenge French colonial influence in North Africa, leading to diplomatic crises such as the Agadir Crisis in 1911. This conflict was emblematic of the broader struggles for imperial dominance and contributed to rising tensions between the two nations leading up to World War I. Today, while the colonial era is over, discussions around historical grievances and influence in North Africa can still evoke memories of this contentious period.
because the French treated the Indians better then the english
Yes, Madagascar was invaded by the French. The first invasion occurred in 1883 during the Franco-Hova War, which led to the French establishing a protectorate over Madagascar in 1896 after a military campaign. This marked the beginning of French colonial rule, which lasted until Madagascar gained independence in 1960.
During the Civil War, France had established a protectorate over Mexico, installing Archduke Maximilian or Austria as emperor.
The French treated them right, but the British were jerks to them. At one point, the British fought the French, and the Native Americans fought alongside the French to support them.