From German Colonialism in the 19th Century to Two Germanies Africa Policies in ACP Context and Beyond

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• General Introduction
• I. Colonial Policy in Context: from the German Reich to Franco-German Relation (1870-1963)
• Introduction
• Factors of Motivations
• Attitudes and Pressure Groups: Supporters and Opponents
• Germany's \"World Policy\"
• The Race for Africa: Economic Reasons
• German East Africa (Deutsch-Ostafrika)
• \"The Society for German Colonization\"
• Economic Development and Education
• WWI: The East African Campaign
• German South-West Africa (Deutsch-Südwestafrika)
• Early Settlements
• Rebellion against German Rule: The Herero and Namaqua Genocide
• German West-Africa (Deutsch-Westafrika)
• Kamerun
• Togoland
• Franco-German Cooperation and the Loss of Germany's Colonial Power
• The Onset of Franco-German Cooperation
• Elysée Treaty as an Example of Cooperation
• The Bases of Franco-German Cooperation from the EC to the EU
• Partial Conclusion
• II. Multiple Collective Memories of Colonialism in Germany
• Introduction
• The African Books (Afrikabücher) as Canon of Memory
• Germany's Colonial Revisionism
• The First Prominent Aim of the African Books
• The Second Prominent Aim of the African Books
• The Celebration of Various Objects of German Memories
• National Paradigm of Colonial Nostalgia
• Colonial Products and Black Performances
• New Political and Educational Framework: Textbook Tools for Spreading National Socialist Goals
• Educational Policy and General Attitudes from Weimar to Nazi Germany
• Punitive Expeditions and Colonial Wars
• Leaving Colonial History: Didactic Aims
• Partial Conclusion
• III. West Germany's Foreign Policy towards Africa after WWII (1949-1990)
• Introduction
• Building-up West Germany's Africa Policy
• Immersion and Engagement outside of Europe
• Hesitance and Emergence
• Establishment and Evolution
• Formal Institutional Frameworks and Informal Structures
• The Chancellery and the Auswärtige Amt
• The Ministry of Economic Cooperation and the Bundestag
• Informal Agencies' Framework of West German African policy
• West Germany's Economic Policy towards Africa after WWII
• Socio-Economic Cooperation
• Trade and Security
• Content and Structure of Trade
• Political Issues of West German Positions on Africa
• Political Gratification and Cooperation

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This dissertation aims to examine the historical development of German colonialism in Africa from the 19th century to the post-colonial period. The research explores the motivations behind German colonialism, its impact on different regions of Africa, and its subsequent influence on West Germany's foreign policy towards Africa after World War II. The thesis also delves into the collective memory of colonialism in Germany, highlighting the various narratives and interpretations surrounding this complex historical period.

• The historical context of German colonialism in Africa and its motivations.
• The impact of German colonialism on various regions of Africa and the legacy of colonial rule.
• The evolution of West Germany's foreign policy towards Africa after World War II and its relationship to the past.
• The complexities of collective memory surrounding German colonialism in Germany and the diverse narratives surrounding it.
• The importance of understanding the history of German colonialism to inform present-day relations between Germany and Africa.

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

• I. Colonial Policy in Context: from the German Reich to Franco-German Relation (1870-1963) This chapter explores the historical context of German colonialism in Africa, outlining the motivations, key players, and major events that shaped its development. It examines the role of pressure groups, economic interests, and Germany's pursuit of a "world policy" in driving its colonial ambitions. The chapter then dives into the specific experiences of German colonial rule in East Africa, South-West Africa, and West Africa, highlighting the impact on local populations and the legacy of colonial administration. It also analyzes the development of Franco-German cooperation in the post-colonial period, exploring its significance for European integration and German-African relations.
• II. Multiple Collective Memories of Colonialism in Germany This chapter examines the multifaceted ways in which German colonialism has been remembered and interpreted within Germany. It analyzes the role of "African books" as a primary source of information and interpretation, highlighting the tensions between colonial revisionism and historical accuracy. The chapter then investigates the role of objects, images, and cultural performances in constructing a collective memory of colonialism, exploring both nostalgic and critical perspectives. Finally, it examines how educational policies and textbooks have shaped the understanding of German colonial history, considering the influence of both the Weimar Republic and the Nazi regime.
• III. West Germany's Foreign Policy towards Africa after WWII (1949-1990) This chapter examines the evolution of West Germany's foreign policy towards Africa in the post-war era. It analyzes the challenges faced by West Germany in re-establishing its international role and its approach to developing relations with African countries. The chapter explores the establishment of formal institutional frameworks and informal structures that shaped West Germany's engagement with Africa, highlighting the role of the Ministry of Economic Cooperation and the Bundestag. It further investigates the economic and political dimensions of West Germany's Africa policy, exploring the role of trade, security, and development cooperation.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

This dissertation examines German colonialism in Africa, focusing on its historical development, motivations, and impact. Key concepts include: German imperialism, colonial administration, collective memory, Franco-German relations, West Germany's foreign policy, economic development, development cooperation, trade, and security. The research also explores the influence of colonialism on contemporary relations between Germany and Africa.