3.2.1

One thing that I learned is that many new inventions and ideas were concieved at the turn of the century.  Another thing I learned is that the African people resisted European control.  Lastly, I learned that Menelik II, Ethiopia would not have remained independent.  One thing I found interesting was that most of the inventions from the turn of the century are still in use today.  Another point of interest was the Suez Canal, and the way in which it saves ships an extra 2,000 miles.  One question I still have is why didn't the Europeans try and make alliances with the Africans rather than declare absolute control over them.