colonial narrative

A colonial narrative is a story or perspective that reflects the worldview of colonizers, often emphasizing their dominance, mission to "civilize," or bring progress to the colonized lands and peoples. It can shape how history, culture, and identity are understood by promoting a view that justifies colonization, sometimes disregarding or marginalizing the perspectives and experiences of indigenous peoples. Recognizing colonial narratives helps us understand how history has been shaped and encourages critical awareness of biases and power dynamics involved in colonialism.