Decolonization era

Definition

The decolonization era refers to the period after World War II when many colonies in Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean gained independence from their European colonizers. It was a time of significant political and social change as nations sought self-determination.

Related terms

Nationalism: Nationalism is a strong sense of pride and loyalty towards one's nation. During the decolonization era, nationalism played a significant role as it fueled movements for independence and sovereignty.

Superpowers: Superpowers refer to countries with immense political, economic, and military influence on a global scale. In the context of the USA and USSR during decolonization, they were considered superpowers due to their competing ideologies.

Cold War: The Cold War was an ideological conflict between the USA (representing capitalism) and USSR (representing communism) that lasted from the late 1940s to early 1990s. It greatly influenced international relations during the decolonization era as both superpowers sought to expand their spheres of influence.