| Though I don't think colonialism was the right way to go, I do see some benefits to the countries colonized. Benefits in infrastructure and the establishment of the governmental civil service structure which could overcome tribalism, paticularly in some African countries.
Rhodesia was also an example of how advanced agricultural methods could enrich a country. Problem is that after WW2 when public outcry forced the withdrawal of the European elements in these societies many deteriorated into chaos. Even those that had been taught well and left in good condition deteriorated into chaos and for the most part are still backward. Zimbabwe is a good example. South Africa survived and seems to have benefited. Most of the rest of the countries(India excepted) have reverted to tribalism and chaotic instability..
So, while I disagree with the concept of colonialism I do feel it gave some backward countries a quicker chance to enter the modern world and possibly prosper/ For example. Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, India,
Thus we play the fools with the time, and the spirits of the wise sit in the clouds and mock us. |