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Colonialism Revisited | Nigel Biggar
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Colonialism Revisited | Nigel Biggar
We tackle the controversial topic of the morality of colonialism with Anglican priest, theologian, and ethicist Nigel Bigger.

We tackle the controversial topic of the morality of colonialism with Anglican priest, theologian, and ethicist Nigel Biggar. Nigel is the Regius Professor Emeritus of Moral Theology at the University of Oxford, and Distinguished Scholar in Residence at Pusey House, Oxford. Throughout this discussion, we trace the trajectory of the British Empire from its inception through imperialism and colonialism, and its influence across Ireland, North America, India, and Africa. As we compare the British Empire with Nazi Germany, we grapple with questions of ethics, genocide, and the role of private interest groups like the East India Company.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - The Morality of Colonialism

22:31 - Comparing British Empire and Nazi Germany

30:04 - The Evils of the British Empire

35:44 - Evaluating British Empire Violence

43:53 - Colonialism's Impact on Economic Development

49:17 - British Empire's Impact on Africa

1:04:49 - Debates on Statues and Colonial Legacy

1:12:59 - Contemporary Politics and Reparations for Slavery

1:20:26 - Reforming Weak States Through Foreign Aid

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