Scramble for Africa Conferences Flashcards
1
Q
What were the two main conferences in regards to the scramble for Africa?
A
- Brussels Conference 1876
- Berlin Conference 1884 - 85
2
Q
Give three factors that were identified as being important at the Brussels conference?
A
- Africans were seen to be in capable of developing natural resources.
- Portugal asserted claims to the mouth of the Congo.
- The competition for the territory increased and people became suspicious of Leopold’s actions
3
Q
Give three characteristics that were considered during the Berlin conference?
A
- In 1884 80% of Africa it was still under local control.
- In 1990 90% of the continent was in European hands.
- Powers should protect indigenous people
