What is the true and original root of Dutch aversion to British rule? It is the abiding fear and hatred of the movement that seeks to place the native on a level with the white man : the Kaffir is to be declared the brother of the European, to be constituted his legal equal, to be armed with political rights.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Churchill claims Dutch rule was driven by fear of racial equality.
- In plain terms
- He says Dutch opposed giving rights to native people.
- What can you take from it?
- Prejudice drove colonial policy.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why resist equality?
- How does fear shape policy?
Another view
It presents a biased view without addressing other factors.
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