The document provides an overview of the geography, history, and colonial influence of the African continent. It describes the major physical features of Africa, including the Sahara desert, Nile River, Great Rift Valley, and key regions. It then discusses the spread of Islam in West Africa and the rise of powerful kingdoms. Finally, it summarizes European colonization of Africa in the late 19th century and the various independence movements that emerged after World War II.

1. Unit #5 Africa

15. European Imperialism In Africa after 1880

16. Pre-19c European Trade with Africa

17. Industrial Revolution Source for Raw Materials Markets for Finished Goods European Nationalism Missionary Activity Military & Naval Bases European Motives For Colonization Places to Dump Unwanted/ Excess Popul. Soc. & Eco. Opportunities Humanitarian Reasons European Racism “ White Man’s Burden” Social Darwinism

18. Africa in 1880

24. The “White Man’s Burden”?

25. Punishing “Lazy” Workers