Impact of Colonialism: Demographic Shifts, Economic Effects, and Global Conflicts
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Consequences of Imperialism (Colonies)
Demographic Growth: Increased due to a decrease in mortality thanks to improvements in hygiene and health. However, it also led to starvation and poverty in some regions.
Destruction of Ethnic Structures: Indigenous artisan crafts could not compete with manufactured goods from the colonists and gradually disappeared.
Resource Exploitation: Colonies practiced single-crop agriculture serving the colonial power's domestic needs. Industrialization was suppressed, and colonies primarily provided raw materials and markets. Mining was also significant.
Cultural Imposition: European languages, religions, and cultures were imposed, relegating indigenous cultures to a secondary status.
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