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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 did imperialism do in World War 1?
Imperialism was one of the main reasons WW1 happened. It contributed to the start of the war because imperialism made all of the countries tense. Each country wanted the largest amount of other countries to imperialize but of course they cant all get exactly what they want and that made them mad.
What is the imperialistic motive of intellectual thought?
Because of Social Darwinism, the white people must be superior.
Why did anti-imperialists oppose U.S. expansion?
They believed that expansion went against American ideals.
Which of these was a key motivation behind European imperialism in the 18th and 19th centuries?
Answer this question… Europeans sought new markets for their surplus goods.
What were 3 effects of 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!
What countries did the Dutch colonize?
Countries the Dutch (Netherlands) colonized:
Acadia
Anegada
Angola (Luanda, Sonyo and Cabinda)
Arguin Island (in Mauritania)
Bengalen (Bangladesh)
Berbice (Guyana)
Burma (Myanmar) (Mrohaung (Arakan), Siriangh, Syriam, Ava, Martaban)
Ceylon
Demerara
Dutch East Indies (Indonesia)
Dutch Gold Coast (settlements along coast of Ghana, including El Mina)
Dutch Guiana (Suriname)
Essequibo
Goree (in Senegal)
India (Suratte, Malabar, Coromandel)
Jemen, Al Mukha (Mocca)
Malacca
Mesopotamia (Iraq, Al Basrah)
Moçambique (Delagoa Bay)
New Holland (Brazil)
New Walcheren (Tobago)
Saint Croix
Sao Tomé
South Africa. The Dutch Cape Colony (Kaapstad / Cape Town)
Taiwan (Tayowan)
Tonkin/Annam (Vietnam) (Tonkin, Hoi An)
Tortola
United States
Virgin Gorda
What are the pros and cons of imperialism in general?
The pro's are trade, and the spread of government and religion. The con's are war's.
Who were the first aborigines of the Philippines before coming of the fourth colonizers?
firstly it is: "Who are the two major colonizers of the Philippines."
1) Spain
the Philippines were a colony of Spain. However they had long been fighting for independence.
2) America
before America won the Spanish American war, American president William McKinley told Emiliano Aguinaldo, (almost like the Filipino George Washington) that if the Filipinos helped America win the Spanish-American War, he would let them have independence.
sadly, at the end of this war, America broke her promise.
What were the major ancient attitudes toward imperialism?
The "were" in the Question should be replaced with "are", because imperialism is alive and well. Its purpose is to extract resources, exploit cheap labour, and the long term aim is domination and control - especially where oil is involved. The attidude of the exploiter is usually selfish, racist, arrogant, and often violent. Read any honest historical account of third world countries under imperial rule and you will see that little has changed.
Today, client regimes are used, puppet governments with the appearance of a democracy. Iraq and Afgahnistan are good examples.
The excuses for imperialism have not changed since Roman times. Defence against imaginary enemies, bringing civilization and democracy. Noam Chomsky calls these "professions of noble intent" These excuses are necessary because invading another country to plunder it is morally reprehensible and therefore unmentionable.
How does imperialism benefit colonized people?
It gives them a just and humane government they would not have otherwise
It saves colonial people from other nations that would rob them
Why did british colonize africa?
Originally it was because South Africa was strategically placed half way between Europe and Asia along the trade route, so trade ships travelling to the East had a really good place to get fresh supplies.
Later it was because of the gold and diamonds.
What was one of the economic results of European exploration and colonization?
This resulted in the redistribution of the world's population and cooperation between European's powers for trade with the colonies.
Why was ethiopia not colonized by europe?
In a way, it was - though not officially by another country. Liberia was set up as a place where freed slaves from the USA could rule themselves. An American society under president Monroe bought land there and paid for freed slaves who wanted to go to be transported there.
The "colonization" started in 1816, and Liberia became independent in 1847. However, the country called Liberia included some land held by the indigenous people, who had been living in the area before the freed slaves arrived (known as Americo-Liberians or Americo- Libe). So there was always tension between the two groups, and the government was dominated by Americo-Liberians until 1980 - the indigenous people didn't get votes until 1951. (Since the same party ruled for 133 years, it was often said that Liberia had the most stable government in the world.)
Many of the Americo-Liberians viewed themselves as an elite, and better than the native people and not as part of the general populace. - People from other ethnic groups were often called "natives". For this reason, Liberia could be said to be a colony without a country to be colonized from!
(See en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Liberia )
Who colonized the Philippines?
Spain colonized the Philippines with the cross (Roman Catholicism) and the sword (oppression). The Spanish colonization of the Philippines was made easy by its archipelagic physical characteristic and by the fact that there was no central government. Autonomous tribes governed by chieftains were separated from one another by mountains or bodies of water. It was easy for Spain, therefore, to pit one tribe against the other.
Another factor is that most of these tribes practiced Animism and Polytheism (belief in many gods). For them, Jesus was just one more novel god to add to their list of gods.
How did imperialism contribute to the start of World War I?
It increased competition and tension among a number of European countries
Which two ideas about colonialism are most clearly expressed in the following excerpt?
The actions of the colonist are foolish and ineffective
What is the the impact of colonialism on the environment?
Colonialism began with the objective of exploiting the natural resources without sustainable management. It led to destruction of wildlife habitats, especially in the forests. Mining and industrial activity led to the pollution of the air, water, and soil, as did the building of transportation systems. The increased demands of the new cities and ports led to more energy production and its related environmental effects.
What prevented the Europeans from colonizing Africa before the 19th Century?
Nothing. Are you sure you're not thinking of colonialism?
Why was Germany jealous of the British empire?
Germany was envious of Britain because Britain was of great power and it was the world's richest nation, Britain also ruled an empire containing a quarter of the human race.
The united states wanted to take over other countries for military interest for the united states to have coalin stations around the world and to spread "democracy" and Christianity.
Countries that colonized the new world?
( you mean america? :/) mainly Spain and England. also for a time Germany, France and the Netherlands.
What nation first established colonies in the New World?
SPAIN.
More Information
The first European settlement in the New World was Vinland in (what is now) the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador around 1000 C.E. However, it was destroyed by the First Nations who lived there.
The first European colony in the New World was Hispaniola in (what is now) the Dominican Republic and was established in 1493. The colony of Hispaniola was founded by Spain.
In what ways did europeans imperialism lead to growth of nationalism in Africa and Asia?
European countries that did not colonize in Africa and Asia in the early 1900s were considered weak. International power and national pride was measured by how many colonies European countries had.
