The 4 Countries NEVER COLONIZED by Europeans #countries #history #geography

We explore four unique nations—Japan, South Korea, Thailand, and Liberia—that, unlike many others, managed to avoid direct European colonization. Each of these countries has a distinct set of historical and geographic circumstances that enabled them to maintain their sovereignty during an era of aggressive European expansion.

Japan: Through a combination of strategic isolationist policies and military modernization, Japan maintained its independence and later emerged as a significant power in Asia.

South Korea: Although it was heavily influenced by neighboring powers, Korea avoided formal colonization by European nations, largely due to its proximity to Japan and China's sphere of influence.

Thailand: The only Southeast Asian nation never colonized, Thailand (then known as Siam) skillfully negotiated with both British and French colonial powers to serve as a neutral buffer state.

Liberia: Founded by freed African-Americans, Liberia was established as an independent nation with U.S. support, positioning itself as a unique case of independence in Africa.

This brief overview provides insight into how these countries managed to preserve their sovereignty, navigating a complex colonial landscape while maintaining their unique identities.

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Ethiopia was also never colonized although she had a five year occupation by Italy's Mussolini.

[Greek.history.enthusiast]

What about Nepal, Ethiopia, north Korea etc?

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The Land they called Liberia was land belonging to Guinea empire which was carved up to the colonisers Portugal created Sierra Lyoa( Sierra Leone) which the British took from Portuguese and America created Liberia for the returning peoples that they had stolen from Africa, who wanted to be returned. Both countries speak a form of Broken English called Krio in Sierra Leone or creole in Liberia.