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European trade with Africa becomes well established
In 1850 The European's system of trade with Africa was was extremely useful. The Europeans found that Africas raw materials could make them a profit. -
East India Company collapses due to Sepoy Rebellion; British Raj begins
The East India company collapsed due to a very powerful rebellion from the Sepoys. The rebbeliion spread and quickly took down the company. The British raj then took over, and India remained under british control. -
Suez Canal links the Mediterranean and Red Seas
The Suez Canal is located in Egypt and connects the Mediterranean to the Red Sea. This canal was, and still is, important for trading. -
Berlin Conference convenes to discuss terms for African colonization
The Berlin Conference determined European trade and most important, the colonization. -
Queen Liliuokalani takes the throne of Hawaii
Queen Liliuokalani takes the throne as the last monarch of Hawaii and the last queen. She was stripped of her title by the Americans, and a fruit compant took her position. -
Ethiopians defeat the invading Italians at the Battle of Adwa
The battle of Adwa was fought between Ethiopian and Italy. Italy was in search for more land, but since they were defeated they didn't get land. -
Spanish-American War breaks out; Puerto Rico, Spain, and the Philippines taken from Spain
The war lasted for 3 months, and America ended up winning. They gained mor eterritory. -
Boer War in South Africa
The Boer war was fought by the Dutch settlers in Africa against the British. The British won the war and seized control. -
Most of Africa is under European control
Known as the scramble for Africa, Europeans were eager to seize control of the continent. They wanted acces to their diamonds and gold.
