The New Imperialism

These flashcards cover key concepts related to the New Imperialism, including definitions of terms, motivations for expansion, and historical consequences.

Imperialism

The extending of a nation’s authority by territorial acquisition or economic and political control over other nations.

New Imperialism

A period beginning in the late 1800s where European powers, along with the U.S. and Japan, established control over various regions aimed at exploiting human and natural resources.

Colonies

Territories controlled by imperial powers for the purpose of exploitation and resource extraction.

Geopolitical motivations

Factors related to the political and economic competition among nations driving the race for colonies.

Economic motivations

The pursuit of new resources and markets driven by the demands of industrial developments.

Domestic Considerations

Political activities and societal transformations that support imperialism, including movements advocating for women's representation.

La mission civilatrice

The moral justification for imperialism, framing it as a 'civilizing mission' to improve non-Western societies.

Jules Ferry

French politician who emphasized the necessity for colonies to maintain national power and status.

Boer Wars

Conflicts (1899-1902) in South Africa that involved the first use of concentration camps in history.

Herero and Namaqua genocide

The genocide of approximately 65,000 individuals in German South West Africa.

Indigenous Responses

Reactions by native peoples to imperialism, including calls for Westernization or a return to traditionalism.