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De-colonization began with the British colonists in the United States who declared independence in 1776. Most of Latin America gained independence a few decades later. De-colonization continued through the mid-1970s, mostly in Asia and Africa, until almost no European colonies remained. Most of the newly independent states have faced tremendous challenges and difficulties in the post-colonial era. The stability and harmony of de-colonized countries are not guaranteed once the countries are left to the hands …

…a pro forma expression of the people's will (Laenui n.p.). It is very crucial for both the colonizers and the people colonized to confirm what each gets from de-colonization and what changes it would bring to both parties. This brings to light the burden of colonized countries have to bear in order to achieve the status of independence. De-colonization would only be inviting political and economic consequences, which the country may do better without.