Historical Developments in Unit 8.5 Decolonization After 1900

• Nationalist leaders and parties in Asia and Africa sought varying degrees of autonomy within or independence from imperial rule.

• After the end of World War II, some colonies negotiated their independence, while others achieved independence through armed struggle.

• Regional, religious, and ethnic movements challenged colonial rule and inherited imperial boundaries. Some of these movements advocated for autonomy.

Additional Resources 8.5