Decolonization led to new nations and conflicts from "summary" of The Story of Mankind (Updated Edition) (Liveright Classics) by Hendrik Willem van Loon,John Merriman
As European colonial empires began to crumble in the mid-20th century, a wave of decolonization swept across the globe. This process of decolonization resulted in the emergence of new nations in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. These newly independent nations sought to assert their sovereignty and establish their own identities. However, the transition from colonial rule to independence was not always smooth or peaceful. The end of colonialism often led to conflicts between various ethnic, religious, and political groups within these newly formed nations. In many cases, the borders of these new nations were drawn arbitrarily by their former colonial rulers, disregarding the complex social and cultural realities on the ground. This arbitrary division often exacerbated existing tensions and rivalries, leading to violence and civil strife. Moreover, the legacy of colonialism left behind deep-seated economic disparities and social inequalities within these newly independent nations. The process of decolonization did not automatically erase these inequalities; instead, it often heightened grievances and resentment among different groups vying for power and resources. The struggle for independence also brought to the surface long-standing ethnic and religious conflicts that had been suppressed or manipulated by colonial powers. As these conflicts resurfaced, they further destabilized the newly independent nations and fueled internal strife and violence. In some cases, the newly independent nations found themselves embroiled in regional or international conflicts as they sought to assert their sovereignty and protect their interests. Decolonization thus not only led to the creation of new nations but also to new conflicts and power struggles as these nations grappled with the challenges of nation-building and statehood.- The process of decolonization was fraught with complexities and challenges, and its aftermath continues to shape the political, social, and economic landscape of the post-colonial world. The emergence of new nations in the wake of decolonization has brought both opportunities and challenges, as these nations strive to forge their own paths and navigate the complexities of statehood in a rapidly changing global environment.
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