European Colonialism: Civilizations Ruined

European Colonialism has been around since the late 15th century and their model for colonialism will exist for many years to come. Colonization could be considered to start as far back as the ancient civilizations of Egypt, Greece, and Rome. However, this colonization model was not near as deadly as the European model (Louis). The ancient civilizations educated, advanced, and motivated their colonies to succeed. The European model falls far short of the standard set in past years. This model for colonialism starts in the late 1400s when Britain began its reign over Ireland and Portugal with Spain began its conquest of the Americas. As this model exists currently the mother state sets up satellite states that provide resources to the mother country. The mother country then produces final products and sells them back to the satellite state. This eventually bleeds the satellite country dry of resources and economic means. The European model for colonization leaves the education and advancement of the satellite state up to the citizens themselves (Louis).

European colonization seems fine while the mother country is providing for the satellite states. Once the host country leaves is where we see the true effects of their development. This study will focus on the more recent history of the developing nations that were once colonies of European nations. There are a few countries in the world that have been colonies at one point in their history and gone on to be developed nations that function in the government of the world. However, the nations that have not developed have suffered from disease and tyranny on a biblical scale. The model for European colonialism has bankrupted countries, exacerbated disease, and pitted one warring fa...

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