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German colonial empire
The German colonial empire included colonies in Africa, such as German South West Africa and German East Africa, as well as Pacific islands and Kiautschou in China. It was marked by the genocide of the Herero and Nama in 1904–1908. Germany lost all its colonies after World War I.
Key facts
| Dates | 1884 – 1920 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Europe & colonial empires |
| Continent | Africa, Oceania, Asia |
| Type | colonial empire |
| Capital | Berlin |
| Founder | Otto von Bismarck (government) |
| Religion(s) | Christianity |
| Peak extent | ≈ 3.15 million km² (c. 1911 CE) – source |
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Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.