Question

Discuss when and why the colonial german government took control the northeastern part of new guinea and what transpired after Germany claimed the northeast of mainland new guinea that provides the basis of the colonial economy. Write less than 5 sentences in simplest understanding of the Topic in simple words or phrase

Answer 1

Germany took control of the northeastern part of New Guinea in 1884 during the "Scramble for Africa," when European powers were claiming territories around the world. They wanted to expand their empire, access natural resources, and establish trade routes. After claiming this area, Germany focused on developing the economy by promoting the production of copra (dried coconut) and using local labor for plantations. This economic activity attracted settlers and led to the establishment of a colonial government to manage trade and resources. The control helped Germany strengthen its presence in the Pacific region.