“To what extent was imperialism a beneficial force?”

dominate other countries politically, economically & socially Policy in which a strong nation seeks to dominate other countries politically, economically & socially Imperialism

Queen Victoria ruled for 64 years 1837-1901 Empire Building Motives: 1) Acquire Raw materials & markets 2) “Civilize” the world British Dominance Victorian Era Queen Victoria ruled for 64 years 1837-1901

The Sun Never Sets on the British Empire http://www.the-map-as- history.com/demos/tome05/index.php

White Man’s Burden” Text Page 149 “Voices” #1 & 2 Nationalism - To gain power, European nations compete for colonies and trade. Economic Competition - Demand for raw materials and new markets spurs a search for colonies. Eurocentric Attitudes - believe they must spread their values to the world. Causes of Imperialism White Man’s Burden” Text Page 149 “Voices” #1 & 2

Colony: Territory claimed & ruled by another country with settlements Protectorate: a weaker nation that rules itself, but “guided” by a more powerful country Sphere of Influence: Country in which a foreign nation has influence for political or economic gain FORMS OF IMPERIALISM

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