1. Imperialism – the basics
Beard world history

2. Different types of imperialism
Type 1 – Colony
Definition – A country or a territory governed internally by a foreign power
Can you think of any examples?

3. Different types of imperialism
Type 2 – Protectorate
Definition – A country or a territory with its own internal government but under control of an outside power
Can you think of any examples?

4. Different types of imperialism
Type 3 – Sphere of Influence
Definition – An area in which an outside power claims exclusive trading privileges
Can you think of any examples?

5. Different types of imperialism
Type 4 – Economic Imperialism
Definition – An independent but less-developed country controlled by private business interests rather than other governments
Can you think of any examples?

6. Imperial management methods
Indirect Control
Characteristics:
Local government officials used
Limited self-rule
Goal: develop future leaders
Government institutions based on European styles but may have local rules
Example: US colonies on Pacific Islands

7. Imperial management methods
Direct Control
Characteristics:
Foreign officials brought in to rule
No self-rule
Goal: assimilation
Government institutions are based only on European styles

8. European Motives for Imperialism European Nationalism
Source for
Raw
Materials
Missionary Activity
Industrial
Revolution
European
Motives
for Imperialism
Markets for Finished Goods
Military & Naval Bases
Social Darwinism
European Racism
Places to Dump Unwanted/ Excess Popul.
Humanitarian Reasons
Social &
Economic Opportunities
“White Man’s Burden”