Berlin Conference (on African colonization) (nov 15, 1884 – feb 26, 1885)
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The Berlin Conference of 1884-1885 had already divided Africa among the European powers, intensifying the rivalries between countries like Britain, France, and Germany. The competition for colonies contributed to the overall distrust and tension in Europe, setting the stage for further conflicts and contributing to the rising tensions leading to World War I.
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