Agenda 1. 20 Min to finish Imperialism flyers 1. Partner Quick Quiz 1. Discussion: Decline of the Ottoman Empire and Imperialism in India 1. Compare and Contrast: India vs. Africa HW: Colonialism Cause and Effect

Imperialism through the Ottoman Empire and India

Crimean War (1853-1856) War between Russians and Ottomans to gain territory near Black Sea. Britain and France join forces against the Russians, but Ottoman Empire still weakened.

Ottomans Lose Power Weakening over 300 years. Attempts to modernize were not successful. Landlocked countries attempt to take parts of the Empire. Geopolitics- Taking land for strategic purposes.

Suez Canal Egypt built it with funds from industrialized nations, mainly France. After the country could not repay debt ($450 Million), Britain assumes control of the Canal. Allows for quick access to India from England via the Mediterranean. British begins occupation in 1882.

East India Company East India Company set up trading posts, and then took control of India. Armies called “Sepoys” with little interference from Britain. India is major supplier of raw materials. Limits set. Only British can purchase raw materials, and India can only buy British goods.

Colonialism in India Different from Africa because British stayed. Modern road and railroad network, sanitation, and life improved. British have the all power. Cash crops = lower food production, starvation.

Indians Rebel! Sepoy Mutiny 1857- 1858 Major but unsuccessful rebellion Hindus and Muslims enraged, lack of respect for their culture. Soldiers were executed, massive fighting until additional troops sent from Britain. Same as Africa, lack of solidarity.

The orders went out to shoot every soul. It was literally murder The orders went out to shoot every soul.... It was literally murder... I have seen many bloody and awful sights lately but such a one as I witnessed yesterday I pray I never see again. The women were all spared but their screams on seeing their husbands and sons butchered, were most painful... Heaven knows I feel no pity, but when some old grey bearded man is brought and shot before your very eyes, hard must be that man's heart I think who can look on with indifference

Effects of Mutiny Direct Control established in India. 1858 after rebellion. British Raj- India divided into provinces, controlled by British officials. Racist attitudes flourish. Distrust between Indians and British.