1. Age of Imperialism

2. Definition
Imperialism = one country’s domination of political, economic, and social life of another country

3. Forms
Colony – directly ruled by an imperial power thru colonial officials
Protectorate – has its own gov’t, but “guided” by a foreign power
Sphere of Influence – region where an imperial power has exclusive investment/trading rights

4. Causes
Political  (nationalism)
Economic (Industrial Revolution)

5. Reasons (cont.) Ideological  (Social Darwinism)
Rudyard Kipling, “The White Man’s Burden” – duty of Europeans to civilize “backward” people, spread Christianity and Western ideals/values

6. Causes (cont.)
Religious  desire to spread Christianity, Exploratory  scientific/medical research, have adventure, investigate unknown land/culture