Imperialism: Key Concepts and Motives

Flashcards cover key concepts and definitions related to imperialism, including economic, political, social, military, and religious motives.

Imperialism

Beginning circa 1875

Economic Motives

Reasons for imperialism focused on acquiring new markets for goods and sources of raw materials.

Political Motives

Motives related to nationalism and the desire for national pride through the expansion of empires.

Social Motives

Reasons linked to the belief in a moral obligation to civilize 'backward' peoples, often expressed through concepts like the 'White Man's Burden'.

Military Motives

The need for naval bases and manpower to protect national interests during imperial expansion.

Nationalism

A strong feeling of pride in and devotion to one's country, which played a significant role in driving European imperialism.

Racism

Belief in the superiority of one race over another, often used to justify imperialism.

Social Darwinism

The application of Darwin's theories of natural selection to human societies to justify imperialism and racial superiority.

colonialism speeds up

age of exploration

europeans raced for overseas colonies

growth of european commerce and trade worldwide

commercial revolution

Colonialism

The practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country, occupying it with settlers and exploiting it economically.

interlude- late 1700s- late 1800s

Europeans were preoccupied with happenings on the European continent and in the existing European colonies.

American Revolution

French Revolution

Napoleonic Wars

Latin America Wars for Independence

Industrial Revolution (Kinda Important)