1. Wednesday, 5/06
After reviewing the political cartoon answer the following:
What does the bald eagle represent?
How could you use this cartoon to support American Imperialism?
Get out your packet and look at the bottom of page 5 for a closer look!

3. Introduction to Imperialism

4. To Do Right Now! In your packets complete the following pages:
#2 – Map (use your agenda book or an atlas to complete)
#3 – Note Sheet (use the goldenrod colored class set of readings provided)
#4 – Current Events on Crimea (answer questions)
#7 – “White Man’s Burden” (read and answer questions)
#6 – Anti-Imperialism Quotes Analysis

6. Definition of Imperialism
The policy of establishing colonies and building empires.

7. Imperialism Also Includes
A stronger nation with a goal to create an empire and
Who dominates weaker nations through various factors.

8. Reasons for American Expansion of Imperialism (Pro-Imperialism)
(So we could) Sell to New Markets (Economonics)
For Protection of USA Investments Overseas (Military Strength)
To Relive Pioneer Excitement or Manifest Destiny
To Civilize People or “Heathens” (Racial Superiority of Anglo Saxons)

9. Why Do Americans Feel Entitled to Civilize People?
Due to Ethnocentrism
Belief in the superiority of one’s own ethnic group.

10. Ethiopia
Liberia

11. Geography Book and World Atlas Analysis
Show America Becomes a World Power Video (Unitedstreaming on hard drive) – start to 4:24 (Japan)

12. 3 Things you have learned about Imperialism
Closer – Wed., 5/06
Please complete the following 3-2-1:
3 Things you have learned about Imperialism
2 Things you still do not understand about Imperialism
1 Thing that you already knew

13. End here on Wednesday, 5/06

15. Information in Packet That Supports Imperialism
Page 2 - US Imperialism Map
Page 3 - Alfred Mahan and Coaling Stations and Colonies Information (extra reading)
Page 7 - The White Mans Burden

16. Arguments Against American Expansion Of Imperialism (Anti-Imperialism)
Too Expensive!
(It is) Anti-American (denies freedoms and rights) Isn’t that the reason why the USA sought for their independence?
Too Many Problems at Home Think about the Progressive reforms we just studied!
Show America Becomes a World Power Video (Unitedstreaming on hard drive) – start to 4:24 (Japan)

17. Information in Packet That Does Not Support Imperialism
Page 6 – Quotes

18. Video Clip America Becomes a World Power (beginning to 4:24)
Show America Becomes a World Power Video (Unitedstreaming on hard drive) – start to 4:24 (Japan)

19. Friday, 12/12
Based on the information you have at this time, what are the who, what, where, when, and why’s of Imperialism?

21. Quick Check of Packet Information
Page 3 - Alfred Mahan and Coaling Stations and Colonies Information (extra reading)
Page 6 – Various Views on Imperialism

22. Pro-Imperialism Reasons
(So we could) Sell to New Markets
For Protection of USA Investments Overseas
To Relive Pioneer Excitement or Manifest Destiny
To Civilize People or “Heathens”

23. Anti-Imperialism Reasons
Too Expensive!
(It is) Anti-American (denies freedoms and rights) Isn’t that the reason why the USA sought for their independence?
Too Many Problems at Home Think about the Progressive reforms we just studied!
Show America Becomes a World Power Video (Unitedstreaming on hard drive) – start to 4:24 (Japan)

24. Note Sheet for Key Areas Related to Imperialism for the US
Japan (and Midway Islands)
Alaska
Hawaii
China

25. Japan (1854 )

26. Connection with Japan
Commodore Matthew Perry (and a very young U.S. Navy) established trade relations with Japan in 1854
We need a coaling station in the East
Used Gunboat Diplomacy!
America Becomes a World Power Video (Unitedstreaming on hard drive) – 4:24 (Japan) to 6:13 (Alaska)

27. Midway Islands (1867)

28. Midway Islands
Using the idea of Manifest Destiny, The Midway Islands were annexed (joined/added to the USA) in 1867.

29. Alaska (1867)

30. Alaska is purchased in 1867
Secretary of State William H. Seward agreed to purchase Alaska from Russia for $7.2 million. (that’s only about 2 cents an acre!)
At the time, critics thought Seward was crazy and called the deal "Seward's folly."

32. Delaware!

33. Was it worth it??
Major discoveries of gold were made there in the 1880s and 1890s.
These discoveries brought attention and people to Alaska.
Today, petroleum transported across the state through a pipeline is Alaska's richest mineral resource.
America Becomes a World Power Video (Unitedstreaming on hard drive) – 6:13 (Alaska) to 7:54 (Hawaii)

34. Hawaii (1898)

35. What about Hawaii? Until the late 1890s, Hawaii is ruled by a monarch.
American Sugar and Pineapple Planters on the island become very wealthy and powerful…

36. Pineapple Plants

37. How did America become Involved in Imperialism?, cont.
Queen Liliuokalani is removed from power by American military force under pressure from businessmen (including Sanford Dole – the pineapple guy…)
Hawaii is annexed in 1898.
America Becomes a World Power Video (Unitedstreaming on hard drive) –7:54 (Hawaii) to 10:01 (SpAm)

38. China (1898)

39. Although China had it’s own ruler, it was weak and controlled by other nations.
“Spheres of Influence” for other countries limited trade between the U.S. and China

40. Open Door Policy – benefits the USA
In the fall of 1898, President McKinley and Secretary of State John Hay force an "open door" policy on the nations that control China.
The policy would allow all trading nations access to the Chinese markets.
America Becomes a World Power Video (Unitedstreaming on hard drive) – 20:17 (China) to either 23:45 (Foreign Policy – if time is short) or to end and include foreign policy wrap-up.

41. Closer – 12/12
Complete the worksheet provided, “The Important Thing About . . .”
IMPERIALISM