12. The Brandenburg African Colonies: Prussian Ambition
In the late 17th century, Brandenburg-Prussia sought its own slice of empire with colonial outposts along West Africa’s coast. Despite initial hopes for profitable trade, these ventures quickly faltered amid relentless disease, fierce local resistance, and stiff European competition. The colonies were soon abandoned, marking a brief and largely forgotten chapter in the era of African colonial ambition. Further reading: BlackPast.
