European imperialism was motivated by a desire for economic gains in both regions.
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It is commonly described as "the age of Imperialism".
New imperialism differed from old imperialism in several key ways. Unlike old imperialism, new imperialism was driven by industrialization and the desire for raw materials and markets. It also involved the colonization of territories in Africa and Asia, rather than just trading posts. Additionally, new imperialism was characterized by a more aggressive and militaristic approach by European powers, leading to increased competition and conflict among them.
For Europe to rule Asia by force for purposes of gain, and to justify that rule by the pretence that she is civilizing Asia and raising her to a higher level of spiritual life, will be adjudged by history, perhaps, to be the crowning wrong and folly of Imperialism.
Some of the benefits of European imperialism in Africa and Asia is that they created road systems for efficent travel, it introduced the world to new foods, spices and languages, and new species of animals and plants were discovered.
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european nations wanted monopoly control of markets and resources.
Nineteenth-century imperialism was distinct from previous forms in its scale, driven by industrialization and technological advancements. It involved European powers colonizing vast territories in Africa and Asia for resources and markets, often with a sense of racial superiority and a mission to civilize. This era also saw the rise of new justifications for imperialism, such as social Darwinism and the "White Man's Burden."
European nations were the most active in adding colonies, especially in Africa and Asia. Europeans wanted to have control over the natural resources and trade routes. America was still involved with the Industrial Revolution and Manifest Destiny and isolated itself from the practice of Imperialism.