colonization

Discusses the beginning of the conflict in Vietnam from the early struggle for independence from French colonizers to the start of America's involvement in the 1950s.

Draws on decades of research by historians, archaeologists, and linguists affiliated with the New Netherland Research Center under the direction of Charles Gehring and Janny Venema. Transcribed and translated seventeenth century Dutch colonial documents in the New York State Library and the New York State Archives have helped to revive the study of the Dutch contribution to the development of modern America.

Identifies and explains the similarities and differences between the empires built by Spain and Britain in the Americas, describing their process of colonization, colonial societies, distinctive styles of imperial government, and independence movements against them.

During the Spanish colonization of Mexico, a young girl invents a diving bell to save her brother and her people.

In 1870 barely one tenth of African was under European control. By 1914 only about one tenth was not. This book contrasts the Victorian image of Africa with what we now know of African civilisation and history.