a policy or ideology of extending one’s power and rule over other nations and countries through the means of colonisation - this is employed using hard power (like military force), but soft power may also be used.
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when did the Renaissance occur? where?
14th - 16th century in Europe
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How did the Renaissance contribute to the spread of imperialism?
New ideas, art and freedom were enjoyed
Yearning to reach out beyond Europe
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What are some early examples of imperialism?
10th century - Vikings in North America
13th century - Marco Polo in China and Mongolia.
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When was the phrase “gold, gospel, glory” coined?
15th century in Europe
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What is mercantilism?
The economic theory and practice of promoting government regulation of a nation’s economy with the goal of benefiting the mother country and weakening national powers
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