Question

3. According to Fabri, what were Germany's strengths when it was "at the peak of the states in europe

Answer 1

Friedrich Fabri was a German intellectual who lived throughout the 19th century. He is known as the "Father of the Colonial Movement" due to his open support for the engagement of Germany into colonization efforts.

Fabri singled out 3 main reasons for the need to colonize other parts of the world.

• The Crisis in Germany's tariff and trade policy.

• The country's economic position

• The growth of the Navy.

Two out of the 3 reasons he stated are considered as strengths. Which are Germany's strong growing navy and their powerful economic position in comparison to their European counterparts at the time?