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German Colonization of Namibia Word Scramble

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In this game, players will have the opportunity to test their knowledge of the German colonization of Namibia (1884-1915) through a word scramble challenge.

  • Players will unscramble key vocabulary terms related to this historical period.
  • There is no time limit for completing the game, but players will have a limited number of moves to unscramble all the words.
  • Players can use spells to earn extra moves and help them complete the challenge.

Game Details: a word scramble game where you unscramble key vocabulary terms. There is no time limit, but you have a limited number of moves. Use spells to get extra moves!

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Schutztruppe
The German colonial military force in Namibia, tasked with protecting German interests and enforcing colonial rule.
Herero
One of the indigenous ethnic groups in Namibia that resisted German colonization and faced brutal repression, including the Herero Genocide.
Nama
Another indigenous ethnic group in Namibia that also resisted German colonization and faced violence and displacement.
Landhunger
The German term for the desire for land and resources that drove the colonization of Namibia.
Windhoek
The capital city of Namibia, founded by the Germans during their colonization of the territory.
Kaiserliche Gouvernement
The German colonial government in Namibia, which implemented policies to exploit the land and resources of the territory.
Rehoboth Basters
A mixed-race group in Namibia that allied with the Germans during the colonial period in exchange for land and autonomy.
Okahandja
A town in Namibia that was a center of resistance against German colonization, particularly during the Herero Wars.
Witbooi
A prominent Nama leader who fought against German colonization and led the Nama people in resistance.
Genocide
The systematic extermination of the Herero and Nama people by German colonial forces, considered one of the first genocides of the 20th century.

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