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European countries gather large amounts of soldiers from their colonies in Africa.
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Returning soldiers are trained in combat and are now confident enough in their abilities to gain independence
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This event paved the way for the apartheid regime. South Africa was under racial segregation under the all-white government of South Africa. This meant that non-white south Africans had to live in separate areas than the white. territoriality would be a good word to describe this event.
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Egypt finally gained its independence through a revolution. This was the first native Egyptian regime since 1171.
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Neocolonialism. They were finally able to gain economic independence and break free to strive on their own. They have come a long way.
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Imperialism was common during this year as much of the former French colonial Empire was falling apart. As well as several British colonies also gained their independence this year. So many states gain independence this year.
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The point of this group was to fight against colonialism, keep territorial integrity, and better the lives of Africans in general.
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Portugal was one of the first countries to colonize Africa and was also the last to leave as the final countries gain their independence.
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Namibia is the last of the African states colonized by European powers. It finally gain its independence making it the last state to gain its independence over European countries.
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This historical event marked the end of minority rule. It declared itself free from its colonizers and elected the first black president of the republic, Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela