The reasons behind decolonization

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01/13/2009

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Table of Contents The reasons behind decolonization Table of Contents

 
  1. Introduction.
  2. The emergence of a new international order soon after the Second World War.
    1. The shakiness of the colonial empires.
    2. The role of the US and the USSR.
    3. The role of international organisations.
  3. The revolution of thoughts about colonialism.
    1. In the colonies.
    2. In the metropoles: Surrealism and socialism.
    3. The role of the Catholic and Protestant Churches.
  4. Bibliography.

Abstract

Between the two world wars, colonialism reached its zenith. Geographically first: at this time, colonial empires were indeed established in every continent, notably in Africa where France and Britain had the lion's share. Economically speaking, the context of economic slump and protectionism during the thirties had increased the dependence of the western powers towards their colonies. The First World War was absolutely no caesura concerning colonialism: the triumph of the colonial powers was surely partly built on their colonies' contributions and efforts during the war. But this was seen as evidence of their loyalty towards their colonial masters and their behaviour was alleged to confirm that white colonialism was well-funded. On the other hand, the Second World War was synonymous with a dramatic expansion of the fights to the colonies, notably in Africa, which emphasized the emerging strategic and political importance of these areas, in addition to the economic dimension.

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