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Why did European nations scramble for territory in Africa and Asia? Provide at least three details in your

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The scramble for African territory also reflected concern for the acquisition of military and naval bases, for strategic purposes and the exercise of power. ... In 1884, Germany declared Togoland, the Cameroons, and SouthWest Africa to be under its protection; and France occupied Guinea.

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