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Imperialism
One country extending power and dominance over another country or area is known as Imperialism. Based on ideas of superiority and authority, dominance is achieved through direct territorial acquisition or gaining economic control over an area.
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What events led to imperialism in Rome?
There were a host of events that you could say led to the fall of the republic, but the civil wars were the main ones. There was also the entrenched stubbornness of the elite members of the senate in their resistance to change. The revolt of Caesar in starting a civil war was the final step in the republic's fall.
Is it true Of all the rocky planets mars is the one humans are most likely to colonize?
No. The planet we are most likely to colonize is Mars.
How was the effect of imperialism on China different from It's effect on the US?
Both countries were colonized, but the United States went on to become a major imperial power, and China did not.
Which attitude did mark twain display in his attack on America imperialism?
Anti-Imperialism : he supported self government for all people
Who benefited from imperialism?
Vastly improved infrastructure.
An example would be the Indian railway system. To this day it is one of the busiest in the world, vital to Indian commerce and one of the largest employers in the world (along with the UK NHS and the Chinese Army).
Why did anti-imperialist opposed us expansion?
They believed that expansion went against American ideals.
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How did Japan's industrialization lead to Japanese imperialism?
I would say that the rise of industrialization in Japan brought their economy high also. Since they had a good industry, they began to become richer and wealthier. Since Japan was very nationalistic back then in the imperialism age, they used most of their money for weapons and military use. This made their military have more power and weapons which led them to imperialism. They believed that they were strong, and they wanted more territory.
How did imperialism nationalism and militarism contribute to making this war?
Imperialism and militarism made necessary the use of force to defend or secure national interests for the countries involved. Nationalism on the other hand was used to inspire the people to support their countries' involvement in the war.
What was the effect of dutch colonization on Indonesia?
The Dutch "Ethical Policy" had the interesting effect of increasing a strong sense of Indonesian pride.
Where did the French colonize in the New World?
The French colonized an area in Canada known today as Quebec.
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What led the colonization of the americas?
I assume you're talking about colonization in the Americas. Christopher Columbus started it. But their were Vikings who went there too.
Why did European countries want to colonize over seas?
Countries don't need colonies. Empires and Imperialist type countries use colonies as a source of raw materials for the benefit of the home country and not so much to the benefit of the colony. It should be said that the United States has a policy against Imperialist Expansionism
Another deffinition of a colony would be in the sense that a territory is in the process of being settled and developed into a territory or state.
What are the religious motives for imperialism?
Imperialism has never been initiated for the purposes or in the name of religion or for the spreading of a particular religion. What has happened in the past was that a European power, as one example, this does not rule out others, settles a foreign colony for the purposes of wealth and power. Once the colony, born out of imperialism, is settled, then priests, and pastors seek to "save" the peoples under the oppression of the imperialist power, by teaching them the proper religion and why that religion is for their own good.
Many historians believe American imperialism dates back to before the United States was independent from Great Britain itself. In 1775, during the American Revolution, an unsuccessful American invasion of Canada was repelled by defenders in Quebec. The urge to free neighboring colonies from British control fueled this invasion, along with the subtle urge to expand. Had the defenders not been victorious, Canada today might very well be a part of the US.
After the war, the American people feverishly sought what they had been after which caused tension between them and the British crown in the first place: Native American land. Settlers continually pushed westward into Indian territory, now unhindered by binding Parliament restrictions. Although President Washington knew it would be relatively unwise to anger neighboring populations and expand while still a newborn nation, he also realized it would not be a good idea to impose restrictions on a people who recently fought for independence from a tyrannical government. Therefore, he reluctantly agreed to not interfere with the urge to expand.
The United States really began to increase in size during the 19th century, with Thomas Jefferson's Louisiana Purchase, which effectively doubled the size of the US, and the concept of Manifest Destiny, the idea that the US was destined to stretch from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean. Both events, along with the Alaska Purchase, ultimately culiminated into the imperialistic Spanish-American War in which the USS Maine stationed off the coast of the Spanish colony of Cuba was destroyed in an explosion by unknown causes killing over 250 sailors. The American population reacted belligerently, demanding war against Spain. The war ended with an American victory, but subsequently led to the Philippine-American war. As a result of both conflicts, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Guam and the Philippines all became unincorporated territories of the US, leading to the rise of modern US imperialism.
After World War I, the United States was recognized as a world superpower. Such status and prestige offered a multitiude of gains that could be made territorially and economically. American pride soon engulfed the population, and there was little local opposition against American expansion. The Kingdom of Hawaii was subsequently overthrown by the US and the Hawaiian Islands also became unincorporated territories until its acceptance as a US state in 1959.
American expansion soon slowed after the annexation of Hawaii. The combined force of popular demand and the tempting prestige acquired from imperialistic expansion culiminated into the American imperialism still present today.
What two European countries colonized the most territory in Africa?
I believe that the two countries are the dutch and the french.This is true as the Dutch (from Holland or the Netherlands) colonized South Africa and probably some other countries on the African continent.
The French (France) colonized the Ivory Coast, now called the Cote d'Ivoir.
Which aspect of the new imperialism led to non-Westernerase being robbed of their cultural heritage?
Nationalism led non westerners being robbed of their cultural heritage
What religion did Europeans spread through colonization?
It would be different forms of Christianity. French, Spanish, and Portuguese missionaries would spread Catholicism. British, Dutch, Swedish, Danish, and German missionaries would carry different forms of Protestant faith (such as Anglican, Methodist, Moravian, Lutheran, and Reformed).
What countries were negatively affected due to imperialism?
The countries were used as pawns and/or pies, which could be split between people and then used to their content. Also I believe they were forced to change their beliefs. I hope this helps! Also I am sure you don't want anymore smart alac responses like the one above so for people who wish to comment consider how helpful you are being, cause mine may not be any good what so-ever but at least I tried that's what counts!
According to kipling why were imperialist motivated to take over other countries?
They wanted to spread European civilization through the world.
What is the only country in Africa to not be colonized?
the only county of east Africa that was never coonized by the europeans was the ethiopians
What areas were Europeans able to colonize?
Just to set things straight, Europe did not colonize any area collectively. This is because Europe is a continent made of many nations, who were in competition to get the most colonies. Europe had two ages of imperialism: the first focused on the Americas while the second focused on Africa and Asia.
1st Age of Imperialism:
The main European countries who colonized the Americas were Spain, France, Great Britain, Portugal, and the Netherlands. Other minor players included Russia, Denmark, Sweden, and Germany. The entire continents of North and South America were colonized, including all the Caribbean islands. Most countries on the American mainland became independent by the mid 1800s, but most island nations did not become independent until the mid 1900s.
2nd Age of Imperialism:
The main European countries who colonized Africa and Asia were Great Britain, France, Germany, and Russia Other minor players included Italy, Spain, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Portugal. Almost the entire continent of Africa was colonized and the majority of the Asian continent was either colonized or acted like satellite states. Most countries became independent in the mid 1900s.
