THEMES IN THE 19th
CENTUARY HISTORY :
POWER AND THE WERSTEN
WORLD
ASSIGNMENT 2 SEMESTER 1 2024
, Assessment 2 Short Assessment Length: 1300 words max. Structure: Essay format Weight: 20%
Question: It is obvious that there is a direct connection between race and colonialism, especially in
the 19th century. Your study guide does specify that during this century, racial constructions and
arguments were already evident from the previous one. Then, when it comes to the aspect of
colonialism, “paternalist colonialism” is referred to with a clear example of German activities and
presence in Namibia in the late 19th century. Write an essay in which you discuss other forms of this
Belgium Congo, The Cape (South Africa), and German Namibia in the 19th century. Guidelines for
writing assignment 01:
• Your essay must have an introduction to provide an overview of the argument you will present.
• Your essay must have footnotes and a bibliography. Please consult Tutorial Letter HSYALLX/301 on
referencing and essay writing tips.
• The body of your essay should logically explain your stance in the introduction.
• Wrap up your argument in the conclusion. Consult your study guide and/or any of the
recommended sources.
es permitted (ONLY FOR THIS ESSAY). Make sure that you
reference as required. See HSY301ALLX. NO WIKIPEDIA) NB: SEE REFERENCING INSTRUCTIONS.
ANSWER
Introduction
The 19th century was a significant period in history, marked by the intersection of
race and colonialism. During this time, racial constructions and arguments were
already evident, shaping the dynamics of colonialism. Paternalist colonialism, as
exemplified by German activities in Namibia, was one form of colonialism that
dominated the era. This essay aims to discuss other forms of paternalist
colonialism in the 19th century, focusing on Belgium Congo, The Cape (South
Africa), and German Namibia, and how they differed from each other.
CENTUARY HISTORY :
POWER AND THE WERSTEN
WORLD
ASSIGNMENT 2 SEMESTER 1 2024
, Assessment 2 Short Assessment Length: 1300 words max. Structure: Essay format Weight: 20%
Question: It is obvious that there is a direct connection between race and colonialism, especially in
the 19th century. Your study guide does specify that during this century, racial constructions and
arguments were already evident from the previous one. Then, when it comes to the aspect of
colonialism, “paternalist colonialism” is referred to with a clear example of German activities and
presence in Namibia in the late 19th century. Write an essay in which you discuss other forms of this
Belgium Congo, The Cape (South Africa), and German Namibia in the 19th century. Guidelines for
writing assignment 01:
• Your essay must have an introduction to provide an overview of the argument you will present.
• Your essay must have footnotes and a bibliography. Please consult Tutorial Letter HSYALLX/301 on
referencing and essay writing tips.
• The body of your essay should logically explain your stance in the introduction.
• Wrap up your argument in the conclusion. Consult your study guide and/or any of the
recommended sources.
es permitted (ONLY FOR THIS ESSAY). Make sure that you
reference as required. See HSY301ALLX. NO WIKIPEDIA) NB: SEE REFERENCING INSTRUCTIONS.
ANSWER
Introduction
The 19th century was a significant period in history, marked by the intersection of
race and colonialism. During this time, racial constructions and arguments were
already evident, shaping the dynamics of colonialism. Paternalist colonialism, as
exemplified by German activities in Namibia, was one form of colonialism that
dominated the era. This essay aims to discuss other forms of paternalist
colonialism in the 19th century, focusing on Belgium Congo, The Cape (South
Africa), and German Namibia, and how they differed from each other.
