The primary reason for the crumbling of Europe's overseas empires after World War II was the rise of nationalism and independence movements in colonized regions. The devastation caused by World War II weakened European colonial powers, making it difficult for them to maintain control over their colonies. Additionally, the United Nations Charter and the principle of self-determination brought about a shift in global attitudes towards colonialism, leading to increased pressure for decolonization. Colonized peoples, inspired by the principles of independence and self-determination, began to demand their freedom and sovereignty, leading to the eventual dismantling of European empires in the decades following World War II.
