Maasailand is a cultural area which stretches from southern Kenya to northern Tanzania and has been inhabited by the Maasai people for thousands of years. The Maasai are a people characterized by their slender frames, dark skin, and tall stature, and posses a lifestyle based upon unique cultural traits. The name Maasai comes from the indigenous language of the people, Ma, and literally means people who speak Ma. Because the people are tied together by their language, they share unique similarities with other Ma speaking tribes of East Africa, such as the Samburu. However, the Maasai are the largest of the Ma speaking tribes, and are said to have nearly a million members living between the two countries they inhabit.
In this chapter, Collins explains and depicts how Europeans destroyed Africa through their actions. European countries like German, Britain, and France scrambled to gain as much land in Africa. This created sort of a rivalry between the countries, which only made them obtain more resources from Africa to Industrial their countries. They chose their colonies based on the advantage they would gain by it’s strategically location. Colonies on rivers usually gave European countries an advantage because it allowed for easier trade.
These inventions (refer to Document C for examples) caused great economic expansion across Europe. Yet at the same time, these exact inventions caused for a need of more raw materials. This is where Imperialism began to take shape, because before Imperialism in Africa had begun, there were still many examples of Europeans who’d enslaved africans on their own land. Which meant that once raw materials for machines that needed simple labor in a factory rather than the fields were needed to maintain their great economic boost; whichever European country had the most property in Africa, got to conquer the most land in its entirety (Scramble for Africa). Meaning these now obsolete slaves were being subject to have to watch European countries take over their lands and began industrializing on african soil because of how rich in materials the African land is.
Western Civilization leads in categories of politics, economics, science and technology and in each category the West gained efficiency and effectiveness. It is seen by many people that Columbus used his power to conquer the people of the new world and commit genocide and slavery but at the same time Columbus brought knowledge to these people and enabled them to become as powerful as Western Civilization. Over time, Western Civilization has faced adversity but like Columbus, they have done whatever was necessary to keep expanding Western influence. The article also clarifies the debate over Columbus because it shows that Columbus cannot be looked at as good or bad; Columbus has to be looked at as an admiral, who took necessary action in the new world to keep Western Civilization on top. If Columbus had not taken the actions that he did, the people of the new world may have overthrown him and the western influence and that could have changed the world as we know it forever.
Colin Powell Colin Powel is one of the most significant African Americans of our time through his success, popularity, and leadership excellence. He has achieved greatness throughout his life in various military and governmental positions which also have lead him to who he is now. He deserves the recognition he has received since he has shown outstanding leadership qualities through countless world crises and four United States presidents. Colin Powell was born in New York City on April 5, 1937 and was raised in the South Bronx. His parents, Luther and Maud Powell, immigrated to the United States from Jamaica.
The Life of Captain John Smith John Smith was an important leader in his time, he helped with the settlement of the New World. His outstanding traits were exhibited during his active role in the Dutch and French army, his capture into slavery, and his explorations of the New World. Captain Smith was an adventurer, discoverer, and writer who never imagined he would become famous for being the founder of Jamestown. He was ambitious and self-promoting during his explorations of the Chesapeake Bay. Smith’s relationship with the Powhatan tribe helped with the survival of the Jamestown colony and this became one of the best known stories of American History.
African American Family Ethnicity SOC 312: Marriage & Family Abstract African American Family ethnicity shares several simularities with the West African culture. Many common practices can be traced back to and even before slavery. Ancestor lineage is generally passed down through the mother’s ancestors. Religion is a major value in the African American ethnicity; rules that were passed down from generation to generation are still being followed. Some of the traditions can still be seen today in my family.
The ultimate pleasure in life is when one has the freedom in all aspects of life. Centuries ago, our founding fathers started a government that promised freedom to those who seek it. Yeah... it's true that it has been a very bumpy road to become the America as we know it and to have a black president. When people migrate to America, they bring their culture with them and it takes them a while to become fully Americanized. But what is being an American?
Previously, Portugal was one of the most long-lived modern empires in Europe. For almost 600 years Portugal has owned many countries by colonisation. As of the 19th century, its international status was greatly reduced when Brazil – Portugal’s largest colony – gained independence. While Portugal is one of the most globalised and peaceful nations in the world, it also suffers from significant amounts of debt. Portugal was one of the most profound colonizers in history.
For many indigenous peoples, the natural world is a valued source of food, health, spirituality and identity. Land is both a critical resource that sustains life and a major cause of struggle and even death. Each indigenous culture is distinct and unique. While many peoples may express similar worldviews and a common indigenous identity, their cultures are nonetheless based on different histories, environments, and creative spirits. (www.indigenouspeople.net/) Here in Trinidad indigenous people existed for over 6,000 years before the arrival of Columbus, and numbered at least 40,000 at the time of Spanish settlement in 1592.