Key Concepts in Nationalism, Imperialism, and WWI

Nationalism

A belief that people should be loyal to their nation and share a common identity, culture, and history.

Imperialism

The policy of extending a country's power and influence through colonization, military force, or other means.

Socialisms

An economic system where the means of production are owned and regulated by the community as a whole.

Communism

A political and economic ideology advocating for a classless system in which the means of production are owned communally.

Toussaint L'Ouverture

Leader of the Haitian Revolution who played a key role in gaining independence for Haiti through a slave rebellion.

Otto von Bismarck

German statesman known for his quote about the unification of Germany through "iron and blood" rather than speeches and majority decisions.

Commodore Matthew Perry

U.S. naval officer who forced Japan to open trade with the West, significantly impacting Japanese history.

Congress of Vienna (1815)

A conference of ambassadors of European states aimed at providing a long-term peace plan for Europe after the Napoleonic Wars, leading to the restoration of monarchies.

Berlin Conference (1884-1885)

A meeting where European powers divided Africa among themselves without regard for indigenous cultures or political boundaries.

World War I (1914-1918)

A global war originating in Europe, caused by militarism, alliances, imperialism, and nationalism.

Militarism

The belief that a country should maintain a strong military capability and be prepared to use it aggressively to defend or promote national interests.

Liberalism vs. Conservatism

Liberalism advocates for social change and government reform, while conservatism supports traditional institutions and practices.

Militarism

: The arms race and military buildup among European nations created a tense environment.

Nationalism

National pride and competition among nations contributed to conflicts and rivalries.

Alliances

Complex alliances created a situation where a conflict between two countries could escalate into a larger war.

Monroe Doctrine

Protects North & South America from European imperialism.

Toussaint L'Ouverture

Leader of the Haitian independence movement.

Bismarck's quote

The great questions of the day will not be settled by means of speeches and majority decisions, but by iron and blood

Wilson's 14 Points

No secret alliances, League of Nations, removing barriers to trade.

Treaty of Versailles

League of Nations, International Court, Germany must pay reparations.

what restored monarchies in Europe?

Congress of Vienna restored monarchies in Europe after Napoleon's rule.

The Revs of 1848 were influenced by…

Enlightenment ideas, nationalism, and imperialism.

The Industrial Revolution began in England due

to natural resources, agricultural advancements, inventions, and a stable government.

The unification of Italy was led by figures such as…

Giuseppe Garibaldi and his volunteer group known as the 'Red Shirts'.

the monroe document

policy established in 1823 by President James Monroe, asserting that the Americas should be free from European colonialism.