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The End of the German Protectorate in Cameroon and the Intermediary towards the French Colonial Administration

The End of the German Protectorate in Cameroon and the Intermediary towards the French Colonial Administration

Etonde, Patricia

Paperback

African History

ISBN10: 3346737780
ISBN13: 9783346737786
Publisher: Grin Verlag
Published: Sep 16 2022
Pages: 30
Weight: 0.11
Height: 0.07 Width: 5.83 Depth: 8.27
Language: English
Scientific Essay from the year 2022 in the subject History of Europe - Colonialism, language: English, abstract: Witness the seismic shift in power as colonial forces reshape a nation in Cameroon: Under the Shadow of Two Empires. This compelling historical analysis dissects the turbulent transition from German Protectorate to French Mandate (1916-1919), exposing the calculated strategies employed to dismantle traditional African power structures. Delve into the heart of the Bamoun and Duala communities, as their ancestral leadership grapples with the encroaching influence of European dominance. Uncover the intricate web of political maneuvering, where the proud King Njoya of the Bamoun kingdom faces a systematic erosion of his authority through direct French rule and insidious divide and rule tactics. Explore the dilemmas faced by the Duala people, forced to choose between resistance and collaboration in a system designed to dispossess them. This meticulously researched account sheds light on the lasting impact of colonial policies, revealing how the social and political fabric of Cameroonian society was irrevocably altered. Discover how the French administration, building upon the foundations laid by the German colonizers, implemented policies that favored exploitation under the guise of development, forever changing the relationship between colonizer and colonized. Understand the critical early stages of French direct rule and political adaptation as traditional power structures were reshaped to serve colonial interests, a period marked by both subtle negotiations and overt displays of power. From the initial encounters between German administrators and the Duala people to the calculated dismantling of King Njoya's kingdom, this book provides a comprehensive and insightful examination of a pivotal moment in Cameroonian history. Cameroon: Under the Shadow of Two Empires is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of colonial legacies

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