Question

Why did European countries establish colonies in Africa during the 19th century?

Answer 1

Europe was extremely imperialistic, which why is world history you will never hear enough of Europe. Also in the early 19th century it was to withhold the slave trade, with a constant export.

Answer 2

Europeans invaded Africa with the purpose of instilling Christianity into natives as well as introducing western ideas in education,medicine,hygiene, and monogamous marriage the colonization of Africa was also of commercial interest. Africa provided European manufacturers with cheap labor, raw materials, and a ready market to purchase their products