Debates on Imperialism

A set of flashcards covering key vocabulary and concepts related to the debates on imperialism.

Imperialism

A policy of expanding a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force.

Anti-imperialism

Opposition to imperialist policies, arguing against the expansion of a country's territory or influence.

Social Darwinism

The belief that certain nations or races are genetically superior to others, justifying imperialism and racial discrimination.

Big Stick Policy

The diplomatic policy developed by Theodore Roosevelt, symbolizing the use of military force as a means to achieve foreign policy goals.

Alfred T. Mahan

Naval officer whose ideas on sea power influenced naval strategies around the world and encouraged the US to strengthen naval forces.

American Anti-Imperialist League

An organization founded in 1898 to oppose the annexation of the Philippines and other imperialistic endeavors.

Cultural Imperialism

The practice of promoting the culture or language of one nation in another, often disregarding or suppressing local cultures.

Nativism

The policy of protecting the interests of native-born or established inhabitants against those of immigrants.

Opposition to Imperialism

Arguments against imperialism include concerns about moral and ethical implications, economic costs, and the contradiction to democratic ideals.

Jane Addams

A leading social reformer and pacifist who opposed imperialism, emphasizing the issues of inequality at home.

Mark Twain

An author and anti-imperialist who believed that America was conquering rather than redeeming other nations.

W.E.B. du Bois

African American sociologist and activist who argued against imperialism, linking it with racism and colonialism.

Andrew Carnegie

Philanthropist and industrialist who criticized imperialism based on moral grounds and practical considerations of governance.