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2.4 Introduction to Imperialism
What is imperialism?The process of empire building through the taking over
of a country or territory by a “stronger” nation with
the intent of dominating the political, economic, and
social life of the people of that nation.
What is an empire?A group of nations or people ruled by an emperor or
government
What is Colonialism?The control of a nation by a group of people from
another nation
(colonialism is the practice, imperialism is the idea that
drives the practice)
When did it occur?During the Age of
Imperialism, from
about 1850-1914.
Who were the imperialists?European countries (England, France, Germany)
Japan
America
Who became the imperialized?Africa, Asia, the Middle East
What were the
motives of
imperialism?
EconomicImperialistic countries were highly industrialized and
needed natural resources. They wanted to take these
resources, use them, then sell the finished product
back to the country they imperialized.
ReligiousEuropeans believed it was their duty (White Man’s
Burden) to spread Christianity to “heathens.” They
accomplished this through the creation of missions
which offered services like religious education, job
training, and health services.
PoliticalImperialistic countries wanted
to gain power and were in
competition with one
another to build large
empires. People felt a
strong sense of national
pride by having large
territories under their
control.
More land=more power.
More power= more pride.
exploratoryEuropeans viewed countries as “unexplored” land and
wanted to make new discoveries of plant and animal
life.
What advantages and disadvantages exist due to skin color?
How does racism exist today? In what form?
Why are people racist? Where does it come from?
What are the effects of racism?
Why does the government require people to fit into “boxes” based on specific race?
Pair-Share
IdeologicalEuropeans believed in Social
Darwinism or “survival of the
fittest.” Europeans believed
they were the “fittest”
because they were racially,
technologically, and physically
superior to non-Europeans.
Why does it matter?
Competition over lands led to
WWI.
Many countries, especially
those in Africa, continue
to experience the effects
of imperialism today.
A Girl Like MeCan value be placed on a person’s skin color?
What are some of the concerns that were brought up?
Is it possible to “undo” or “fix” some of these concerns?
How so or why not?
What part stood out to you the most?
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