Colony

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Colony refers to a territory or group of people under the political control of another country, typically a distant one. The term is also used in biology to describe a group of the same species living together.

History[edit | edit source]

The concept of a colony has a long history, dating back to ancient civilizations. The Ancient Greeks and Romans established colonies as a means of securing new territories. During the Age of Discovery, European powers such as Spain, Portugal, France, and England established colonies around the world.

Types of Colonies[edit | edit source]

There are several types of colonies, including settlement colonies, exploitation colonies, and plantation colonies. Settlement colonies were typically established by people from a colonizing nation who sought to create a replica of their home society. Exploitation colonies were established for the purpose of extracting resources. Plantation colonies were a type of exploitation colony where the colonizers established large-scale agricultural operations.

Colonialism[edit | edit source]

Colonialism is the policy or practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country, occupying it with settlers, and exploiting it economically. The impacts of colonialism have been a subject of intense debate among historians and social scientists.

Decolonization[edit | edit source]

Decolonization refers to the process by which colonies become independent of the colonizing country. Decolonization was a central historical trend of the 20th century, leading to the creation of new nations, particularly in Africa and Asia.

Biology[edit | edit source]

In biology, a colony refers to a group of the same species living together. This can refer to a variety of organisms, from bacteria to coral to penguins.

See Also[edit | edit source]

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD