The lesson on Monday (09/09) took us through a discussion on Europe and the World in the 20th century. We began with noting the power of Britain pertaining to its colonial capabilities. It was interesting to note that as an imperial nation, it had about 25% of the world’s population and Earth’s land area under its rule. Some South Asian and African states however fought for their independence in the mid 1900s. With this decolonization over the years, Britain has become a melting point for culture featuring nationalities from all over the world.

We then went on to discuss the general region of Europe. Again, it comes up that Europe is place of heightened cultural diversity; being made up of diverse societies and geographies. The most interesting fact was the 30 year with itself over nationalist politics with a turning point in 1945.

A general summary looked at its development to multicultural states in 1989 that is ultimately shaped by immigration and contributed to its wealth and resources today.