How did the invention of the steam engine contribute to the process Colonization in Africa?
Answer:
- It helped in the development of transport e.g. steam ship and trains. This helped in the transportation of people in Africa.
-With the development of railway Europeans were able to move into the interior of Africa and exploit minerals.
- There was demand for coal to produce more steam.
-It was possible to move troops to conquer the people of Africa using steam trains and vehicles.
-There was demand for raw materials as the steam engine was manufacturing goods at a faster rate.