Scandinavian colonialism

Scandinavian colonialism

Scandinavian colonialism is a subdivision within broader colonial studies that discusses the role of Scandinavian nations in achieving economic benefits from outside of their own cultural sphere. The field ranges from studying the Sami in relation to the Norwegian, Swedish and Finnish states, to activities of the Danish and Swedish Empire in Africa and on Caribbean islands such as St. Thomas and Saint-Barthélemy.

Some American universities offer courses concerning the developing field. [ [http://www.plu.edu/~storfjta/courses/scan-321.html Pacific Lutheran University - Topics in Scandinavian Culture & Society: Nordic Colonialism] ]

See also

* Swedish slave trade
* Isak Dinesen

References


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