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 dis...
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