This map of 1888 shows the African continent, seen through European eyes in that period.
The land has been carved up and divided among the British, French, Germans and Belgians.
The only exception is Abyssinia (now Ethiopia) which remained independent.
No attention was ever paid to inter-tribal relationships and local ownership.
This land grab laid the foundation for a great deal of the conflict which plagued African countries in the 20th century and beyond.
Yet African culture has endured and strengthened in many instances, and has greatly influenced Western Art and Music.
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