British Gold Coast (Ghana)

Definition

The British Gold Coast was the name for the colonial region on the Gulf of Guinea in West Africa that became the independent nation of Ghana in 1957. It was a significant hub for trade, particularly gold and slaves, during the era of European colonization.

Related terms

Colonialism: This refers to the policy or practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country, occupying it with settlers, and exploiting it economically.

Decolonization: This is the process by which colonies become independent from their colonizing countries. In this case, when Ghana gained independence from Britain.

Gold Trade: This refers to trading activities centered around buying and selling gold. In historical context, it often involved exploitation and slave labor.