A Western Dominated World The New Imperialism The Empires Strike Back A Western Dominated World
Motives for Imperialism
Economic Interests find new sources of natural resources expand their markets provide new investment opportunities
Political and Military Interests provide ports for military and trade ships to refuel prevent growth of rival imperialistic powers
Humanitarian and Religious Interests provide modern medicine and religion to less advanced countries
Social Darwinism prove racial superiority of the west
Forms of Imperial Control Colonies – area controlled by a government official sent from the mother country Protectorate – area controlled by a local ruler who received advice from the mother country Sphere of Influence – an area where the mother country claimed exclusive trading and investment privileges