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The term "tribalism" emerged in the 17th century from European observations of indigenous societies in Africa and the Americas. European explorers and missionaries noticed that these societies were often divided into small, often warring groups called "tribes."
As European colonialism expanded, the concept of tribalism was used to describe and justify the division of African and other non-Western societies into separate and often hostile entities. This division allowed colonial powers to exert control over these societies by dividing them along perceived tribal lines.
In the 20th century, the term "tribalism" gained wider currency in political and social discourse. It was used to describe both positive and negative aspects of group identity and social cohesion. On the one hand, it can refer to a sense of unity and purpose within a particular group. On the other hand, it can also refer to the tendency for groups to compete or conflict with each other, often leading to violence and oppression.
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