The Age of Imperialism 1850-1914
Imperialism KWL – 3 bullet points in first two columns! What I know about Imperialism What I want to know (What questions I have) What I learned about Imperialism (save for end of PPT)
WHAT is Imperialism? A policy of extending a country's power & influence through diplomatic, economic, or military force. Review Political, social, and economic factors
The Context End of 18th century – colonialism seemed dead Britain had lost the American colonies Spain & Portugal’s power in South America was reduced BUT….. Nationalism - (belief that a people’s loyalty should not be to a king, but to a nation of people that share a common history) Leads to development of nation-states - increased competition between states
World in 1800 – 1st wave of imperialism What do you see?
World in 1900 – 2nd wave of imperialism What do you see?
The Second Wave From 1880-1900 European powers seized control of a dramatic number of countries in Africa and Asia.
1914: Imperialism and the Balance of Power Red= Great Britan Army Green= Belgium Brown = France
Imperialism KWL – Review – 3 bullet points in last column What I know about Imperialism What I want to know (What questions I have) What I learned about Imperialism