Decolonization movements gained momentum in mid20th century from "summary" of A Short History of the World . by H. G. Wells
In the mid-20th century, a significant shift occurred in the global landscape as decolonization movements gained momentum. This marked a period of change and upheaval as nations sought to break free from the shackles of colonial rule. The winds of change were blowing, and the voices of the colonized were growing louder and more insistent. Colonial empires that had once held sway over vast territories found themselves facing resistance from those they had subjugated for so long. The desire for independence was strong, fueled by a sense of national identity and a yearning for self-determination. People across the globe began to question the legitimacy of colonial rule and to demand their right to govern themselves. The decolonization movements of the mid-20th century were driven by a variety of factors, including economic exploitation, political oppression, and cultural imperialism. Colonized peoples were tired of being treated as second-class citizens in their own lands, and they were determined to throw off the yoke of colonial domination. The process of decolonization was not always smooth or peaceful. In many cases, it was marked by violence and conflict as colonizers sought to hold on to power and colonized peoples fought for their freedom. However, in the end, the tide of history was against the colonial powers, and one by one, they were forced to relinquish their hold on their overseas territories.- Reshaping the geopolitical map of the world and ushering in a new era of independence and self-determination for many nations. While the process was not without its challenges, it ultimately paved the way for a more just and equitable global order.
