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  1. en.wikipedia.org

    This is a list of former European colonies. The European countries which had the most colonies throughout history were: United Kingdom (130), France (90), Portugal (52), Spain (44), Netherlands (29), Germany (20), Russia (17), Denmark (9), Sweden (8), Italy (7), Norway (6), Belgium (3), and Courland (2).
  2. en.wikipedia.org

    Below are lists of the countries and territories that were formerly ruled or administered by the United Kingdom or part of the British Empire (including military occupations that did not retain the pre-war central government), with their independence days. Some countries did not gain their independence on a single date, therefore the latest day of independence is shown with a breakdown of ...
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  5. ourworldindata.org

    Sep 18, 2023Name of the last European colonial power that colonized from overseas each contemporary nation state in a specific year, between Belgium, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, and Italy. When more than one colonizer is present, it is stated as "Multiple colonizers".
  6. worldatlas.com

    Former Portuguese Colonies The former Portuguese colonies are a diverse set of nations located all over the world. Portugal was one of the first European countries to engage in exploration and colonization during the Age of Discovery, beginning in the 15th century. It created a network of colonies that spanned five continents: Europe, Africa, South America, North America, and Asia. These ...
  7. library.fiveable.me

    Definition Former colonies are territories that were once under the control of a colonial power but gained independence and self-governance, often after significant struggles. These regions, primarily in Africa and Asia, have played a vital role in shaping migration patterns, cultural exchanges, and economic developments in Europe since the mid-20th century.
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