American Imperialism A Turning Point
What is New Imperialism? A Period of colonial expansion by industrialized powers over undeveloped countries (usually in nonwestern world). Economic, Religious, Nationalist/Racist motives
Economic Motive A byproduct of Industrialization Pursuit of Markets and Raw Materials Desire for “Protectorates”
Nationalist Motives “Anglo-Saxonism” extension of Manifest Destiny…through Pacific Ocean Social Darwinism
Influence of Sea Power Alfred T. Mahan: The Influence of Sea Power on History Importance of strong navy Importance of “Choke Points” Henry Cabot Lodge: Senator Pushes for US building
American Imperialism Rotations Japan How did US get involved? What is narrative of the story? What laws/treaties/acts/wars happened? How did this contribute to American Imperialism?
American Imperialism Rotations Hawaii How did US get involved? What is narrative of the story? What laws/treaties/acts/wars happened? How did this contribute to American Imperialism?
American Imperialism Rotations Latin America How did US get involved? What is narrative of the story? What laws/treaties/acts/wars happened? How did this contribute to American Imperialism?