African Imperialism
Imperialism is when a larger country takes over a smaller country. Shaka Zulu's land was being imperialized by the British during the 1870's. The Zulu's fought for many years to keep from being dominated by the British settlers in other words, they fought against imperialism. The Anglo-Zulu War was fought in 1879 between the British and the Zulus. The war is known for several bloody battles including an opening victory by the Zulu at the Battle of Isandlwana, as well as for being a land mark in the timeline of imperialism in the region. The British eventully took victory which led to the end of the Zulu nation's independence.