HISTORY
NEW NATIONS EMERGE
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Question
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They were unable to transition to a democratic government
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Their borders were carefully drawn to make sure each ethnic group has their own nations
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They all fought bloody wars with European nations even after gaining their freedom
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They had to figure out how to create new governments that included many different ethnic groups
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Detailed explanation-1: -While the buildup took centuries, the European conquest of Africa was over in a lightning fast 15 years. At its end, there were only two African states remaining: Ethiopia and Liberia. The question of why these two countries survived while so many failed has intrigued historians since the 19th century.
Detailed explanation-2: -Postcolonial Nationalism in Africa. Each African nation took a unique path toward independence. Some, such as Algeria, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe, took extreme measures like waging a guerilla war on the colonial state; most countries pursued nonviolent means and achieved a peaceful transfer of power.
Detailed explanation-3: -On July 26, 1847, Americo-Liberians declared the independence of the Republic of Liberia.
Detailed explanation-4: -Today in history: Ghana becomes first African country to gain independence from colonial rule, and more-World News.