Colonialism Disguised as Charity: The Enslavement of Nations
(From “ANUNNAKI: Evolution of the Gods” by Sasha Lessin, Ph.D., and Janet Kira Lessin)
Throughout history, colonialism has been cloaked in the guise of charity—a supposed benevolence that masks the systematic exploitation, subjugation, and enslavement of nations and their people. Presented as an effort to civilize, educate, and uplift, colonialism instead fractured societies, destroyed cultures, and created cycles of poverty and dependence that persist to this day. Sasha and Janet Lessin, in their work ANUNNAKI: Evolution of the Gods, draw parallels between human colonial practices and the manipulative tactics of the Anunnaki—ancient extraterrestrials who ruled early human civilizations. These parallels shine a light on how power is wielded to control and exploit, both in the past and present.
Settler Colonialism: Erasure of the Native Populations
Settler colonialism operates on a simple premise: to replace indigenous populations with settlers who take permanent control of the land. The process begins with violence—mass killings, the spread of disease, and the destruction of native cultures—followed by a systematic erasure of the indigenous way of life.
In the Americas, European settlers brought devastation to native populations. In the United States, millions of Native Americans were killed or displaced, their lands seized, and their traditions outlawed. Similar tragedies unfolded in Cuba and Espanola, where the Spanish virtually exterminated the Arawak people. Tasmania saw the complete annihilation of its Aboriginal population at the hands of British settlers.
This model of colonialism left a lasting legacy: settlers who continue to dominate stolen lands while the descendants of the original inhabitants struggle with marginalization, poverty, and the loss of their cultural heritage. These acts of conquest, labeled as the spread of civilization, were in reality acts of genocide.
Exploitative Colonialism: Wealth Built on Oppression
Where settler colonialism sought to take land, exploitative colonialism sought to take resources and labor. Colonizing powers dismantled local economies, turning self-sufficient nations into resource-dependent ones. Farming systems were wrecked, industries were destroyed, and entire populations were pushed into poverty.
India under British rule provides a clear example. The British Empire dismantled India’s thriving textile industry, forcing the population to buy British-made goods. Famines that killed millions were exacerbated by policies that exported food while locals starved. In Belgium’s Congo, millions died under King Leopold II’s brutal regime, as forced labor extracted rubber and ivory for European markets. Ireland’s Great Famine similarly highlighted how colonial policies could devastate local populations while enriching the colonizers.
The wealth of modern nations—Britain, the United States, Belgium, and others—was built on this exploitation. Yet, the narrative often frames these powers as benevolent rulers who brought progress and modernity, obscuring the human cost of their greed.
Military Base Domination: The New Face of Colonialism
Even as traditional empires faded, military base domination emerged as a modern form of colonial control. Under the guise of defense and partnership, powerful nations maintain military bases in foreign countries, exerting political and economic control.
The United States’ presence in the Philippines exemplifies this dynamic. After granting the Philippines nominal independence, America maintained military bases that served its strategic interests. Local elites were supported, and any opposition was brutally suppressed, often through paramilitary groups funded and armed by the U.S. Similar patterns played out in Latin America during the Cold War, where U.S.-backed regimes used violence to silence dissent.
The legacy of military base domination is one of inequality, environmental destruction, and suppressed sovereignty. Nations hosting these bases often face internal strife, as resistance movements are crushed and resources are diverted to serve the interests of foreign powers.
Divide-and-Rule Tactics: Preventing Resistance
One of the most insidious strategies of colonial powers was the deliberate fragmentation of societies to prevent unified resistance. By pitting ethnic, religious, or tribal groups against one another, colonizers ensured that the colonized fought among themselves rather than uniting against their oppressors.
The Rwandan genocide is a tragic example of this tactic. Under Belgian rule, the Tutsi minority was favored over the Hutu majority, creating deep-seated animosities that erupted into violence decades later. The artificial borders drawn by European powers in the Middle East and Africa similarly created conflicts that persist to this day.
By fostering division, colonial powers maintained control while presenting themselves as necessary mediators. The effects of this strategy are long-lasting, with many post-colonial nations struggling to overcome the divisions imposed by their colonizers.
The Anunnaki Connection: Ancient Roots of Exploitation
Sasha and Janet Lessin’s exploration of the Anunnaki suggests that colonialism’s roots may extend far beyond human history. According to their research, the Anunnaki—extraterrestrial beings who visited Earth from Nibiru—enslaved humanity to mine gold and other resources.
The Anunnaki’s tactics bear striking similarities to human colonial practices. They divided early humans into classes, creating hierarchies that ensured control. By portraying themselves as gods, they demanded worship and tribute, keeping humanity spiritually and technologically dependent. These systems of control—monarchies, priesthoods, and rigid social structures—persisted long after the Anunnaki’s rule, influencing the development of human civilizations.
The Illusion of Charity
Colonial powers often disguised their actions as charity. Missionaries claimed to bring salvation, while colonial governments touted the benefits of education and modernization. In reality, these efforts served to further the colonizers’ goals.
Missionary schools stripped indigenous children of their languages and traditions, forcing assimilation into colonial cultures. Modern development aid, often tied to exploitative trade agreements, perpetuates dependence rather than fostering true development. Corporations today continue this pattern, presenting themselves as philanthropic while exploiting resources and labor in developing nations.
Breaking the Cycle
Colonialism, in all its forms, leaves a legacy of inequality, dependence, and trauma. To move forward, humanity must confront this history and dismantle the systems that perpetuate it. This includes:
- Acknowledging the ongoing impacts of colonialism.
- Demanding reparations for exploited nations and returning stolen artifacts and wealth.
- Supporting grassroots movements that empower formerly colonized peoples.
The story of colonialism is not just a tale of the past—it is a living history that continues to shape our world. By unmasking colonialism and addressing its enduring consequences, humanity can begin to build a more just and equitable future.
