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African Colonialism Sites
The following sites were chosen to enhance your understanding of Chinua Achebe's Things Fall Apart. Please use them in conjunction with the library's databases to complete your research.
The British in West Africa
India was the primary colonial focus of the British in the early 19th century, but the British did occupy a few areas in West Africa. Gambia, Sierra Leone, the Gold Coast, and Nigeria were controlled by the British, while most of West Africa was controlled by the French. The British first served as slave traders and later patrolled against slave ships. Risky African expeditions and explorations occurred among wealthy British investors looking for new trade opportunities. Read about trade on the Gambia River, resettlement of slaves in Sierra Leone, and trading posts on the Gold Coast. |
The Story of Africa: West African Kingdoms
Discover Africa's rich history, and the rise and fall of the kingdoms of West Africa, at the British Broadcasting Corporation's "Story of Africa." The timeline covers the period from 200 B.C. to 1935 A.D., and the articles provide an account of the empires of ancient Ghana, Kanem, Mali, Songhay, Hausa States, Asante, and Ife and Benin. A page of links to related sites is also featured. |
Makers of the Nineteenth Century: Cecil Rhodes
The memory of Cecil Rhodes is preserved in Cape Town in South Africa. His influence still lingered years after this political and historical leader had taken his last breath. He grew up in a large and well-educated English family. He journeyed from a Natal farm to the South African diamond fields to make a fortune. He was well-know in business and politics. He used his resources to develop Rhodesia. However, there was a disagreement between the British government and the British South Africa Company on control of these colonies. |
The Age of Imperialism
| An overview of the age of Imperialism is presented with a map of the colonial powers in a divided Africa for the years 1885 to 1914. During this time, trade between nations grew and world economy developed. Read about European economic penetration that forced nations such as China and Japan to open their doors to Westerners. European states established vast political empires, mainly in Africa. This "new imperialism" occurred between 1880 and 1900. Additional links about the British Empire, and the scramble for Africa are included here. |
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Nigeria: A Country Study
Comprehensive overview of Nigeria with information such as history, society, environment, economy, government and politics. |
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