Algeria

 

Algeria


 * Algeria was established in 1830.
 * French was trying to establish colonies near the Mediterranean.
 * In order to compete with Britain with power and raw materials, France needed geographical advantages, power and expansion in Asia and Southeast Asia.
 * Algeria was originally was invaded and established to retrieve Christian slaves.
 * When France established Algeria there were two wars in 1832 and 1837.
 * France started to gain control when establishing Algeria because during the wars within the country the french used warfare tactics which destroyed crops and nearby water wells.
 * In competition with Britain for power, French colonized whatever they could and tried to gain as much raw materials and land in the process which was how Algeria was established.
 * Algeria is righ ton the border of Africa, had good geography and plenty of raw materials. Its located near French West Africa, therefore giving French big territories and increased their overall power.



Google Images: Map of Algeria in 1830 []