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The reasons behind the diversity of Brazil's population: what in Brazil's history led such a broad range of races to settle in the country?Key facts
- 50% of Brazil's population of 200 million are black or mixed-race.
- The Portuguese discovered Brazil in 1500, bringing slaves from Africa.
- Brazil's ethnic diversity stems from a long history of colonisation and slavery.
- Slavery was abolished in Brazil in 1888.
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Brazil, South America
50% of Brazil's population of 200 million are black or mixed-race.
Ethnic minority prevalence worldwide:
Brazil = 50%
America = 27%
UK = 8%
India = 3%
The country's ethnic diversity stems from a long history of colonisation and slavery.
Colonisation
In the year 1500, the Portuguese discovered Brazil.
The white settlers quickly identified that the ...
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