Understanding the struggles of modern Africa requires an in-depth knowledge of the era known as the Scramble for Africa. The impact that Europeans had on the development of African regions they colonized was far-reaching and extremely damaging. In this activity, students will create a timeline that explains how European nations came to dominate Africa by 1914.
The timeline should address issues and subjects like:
Extension
Students can create an additional timeline that describes the independence movements in Africa in the 1950s and 1960s. A specific focus on the Congo and Patrice Lumumba would provide a good bookend to the story of Imperialism in Africa. This will allow students to have a greater understanding of the effects of imperialism and the actions taken to overcome the damages.
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Student Instructions
Create a timeline detailing the major events and actions taken during the scramble for Africa.