Why should I concern myself with German colonial history?
Why is colonial history important? What does this era have to do with the present day? How does it influence our lives today?
What does colonialism have to do with climate change?
The existing power structures of colonialism harm many people around the world, even the Global North. Its consequences extend far beyond its direct effects. One of the major problems we face today is climate change, and colonialism has contributed to the fact that industrialized countries now emit far more greenhouse gases than countries in the Global South. This is due to [...]
How does (did) Germany benefit from the slave trade?
The activities of the Germans in the global trade with enslaved people enriched the German financial and capital system, which flowed into the raw materials and metal industry, among other things, which helped to create our current prosperity.
How does (did) Germany benefit from the slave trade?
The activities of the Germans in the global trade with enslaved people enriched the German financial and capital system, which flowed into the raw materials and metal industry, among other things, which helped to create our current prosperity. As a result of the financial boom, the German population also grew strongly in the 17th century. At the same time, the growth of German industry in turn enriched slavery:
Exploring Berlin in a different way - Elina Penner from Hauptstadtmutti
Book a city tour in your own city? Definitely do it, especially to learn about the history of our favorite city Berlin and the colonial history of Germany. One option would be to book an alternative city tour with the founder Justice Mvemba. All information about 'Decolonial City Tour' can be found here.
What does colonialism have to do with climate change?
The existing power structures of colonialism harm many people around the world, even the Global North. Its consequences extend far beyond its direct effects. One of the major problems we face today is climate change, and colonialism has contributed to the fact that industrialized countries now emit far more greenhouse gases than countries in the Global South. This is due to [...]
Why should I concern myself with German colonial history?
Why is colonial history important? What does this era have to do with the present day? How does it influence our lives today?
Exploring Berlin in a different way - Elina Penner from Hauptstadtmutti
Book a city tour in your own city? Definitely do it, especially to learn about the history of our favorite city Berlin and the colonial history of Germany. One option would be to book an alternative city tour with the founder Justice Mvemba. All information about 'Decolonial City Tour' can be found here.