Category: Colonialism
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Femicide in Mexico: Effects of Colonialism
Table of Contents Introduction Main body Conclusion References Introduction The gender-based violations and crimes against female citizens may consist of emotional, physical, sensual, and sexual abuse. This problem is considered a severe obstacle towards the enjoyment of fundamental human rights by women internationally and is strongly condemned in developed countries. Femicide is the murder of…
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Post-Colonialism in Nigeria, Jamaica, and Congo
Table of Contents Introduction Nigeria Jamaica Congo Works Cited Introduction The post-colonial review of three countries, Nigeria, Jamaica, and Congo, shows that there is a great deal of progress made towards self-governance. The governments in the various countries set up institutions for governance, and they appear to have matured in the democratic representation of the…
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Colonial Unrest in Virginia, New York and Massachusetts
Table of Contents Introduction Colonial Unrest in Virginia (1676) Colonial Unrest in New York (1712 and 1741) Colonial Unrest in Massachusetts (1723) Works Cited Introduction Colonial unrest is a state of total dissatisfaction or disturbances to colonies during the colonial era. The study explores the disturbances or dissatisfactions experienced by colonies such as New York,…
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Colonial History of the U.S.
History is as old as man is. It tells the story of humankind since the beginning of this planet. The subject can be compared to an old man who is thousands of years old, and who has witnessed the happenings in this world. Therefore, the old man, with a memory full of wonderful things, sits…
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Cuban Colonial History: The Effects of Spanish Government’s Reforms
In 1762 when Cuba was re-conquered by Spain, this society began to experience a series of economic, administrative, and political changes. This paper is aimed at examining the effects produced by the reforms that were carried out by the Spanish government in order to improve the defensive capabilities of Cuba. In particular, it is necessary…
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European Colonialism and Regression of Africa
This paper reveals relationships between Europe and Africa, particularly how the first one influenced the regression of the latter. I present the explanation of the following statement: “colonialism in Africa was a one-armed bandit” providing convincing facts and arguments. The highest peak of colonialism in Africa took place in the 19th century. No doubt that…
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The Islam Spread in Colonial America
Introduction The study of how a particular religion gained strength and spread among people is of particular value. This helps to better understand the processes that contributed to this aspect and understand what is behind the creed. Thus, this research aims to study how Islam spread and took root in the territories of colonial America…
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History of Colonial Williamsburg
Table of Contents Religion in Virginia The American Family The Role of Trades The 18th Century Clothing Reference The life of the Virginians during the 17th-18th centuries can be examined in detail with the focus on the life in colonial Williamsburg. Although there is a range of aspects and subjects which can be analyzed with…
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The Early American Colonization
Modern America is regarded as a nation of opportunity and wealth. This was also true for Europeans throughout the early days of the New World. In order to achieve dominance in Europe, the expanding powers sought for land in America. Because it was so far away from Europe that direct monarchical supervision was impossible, the…
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Colonialism and Its Diverse Structures
Table of Contents Introduction Colonialism Structures and Implications for Society Conclusion References Introduction Colonialism profoundly impacted the societies that were subsequently colonized by foreign powers. This is because colonization resulted in the development of somewhat distinct communities, depending on their location. For example, colonialism left behind various institutional legacies in different regions. Consequently, these regions…