European colonialism in Morocco

European colonialism in Morocco, mainly by France and Spain in the early 20th century, involved controlling the territory for economic, strategic, and political interests. France established a protectorate in 1912, shaping Morocco's administration, economy, and infrastructure, while Spain controlled parts of the north and south. This colonial rule influenced Morocco’s development and suppressed local independence movements. In 1956, Morocco regained independence, ending colonial dominance, but the legacy of that era still impacts its political and social landscape today.