ImperialismImperialismMeaw 9-6

What exactly is imperialism?A policy or idea that allows you to extend rule over to other

countries

[Political Cartoon];England takes control of its

neighbors.

Where exactly did imperialism start?There is no specific place but it starts from the 19th century to the 20th century from busy nations such as United Kingdom, France, Germany,

Italy, Japan, and the United States.

Key People0 Cecil Rhodes0 A businessman, mine

digger, politician0 Discovered gold mines in

Transvaal0 Road through England to

Africa0 Theodore Roosevelt0 Strong and confident

imperialist 0 Educated “backwards”

people0 William McKinley0 Another U.S. President that

conquered the Philippines

Significant Events0 World War I0 Imperialism contributed to the fact of the cause

of WWI 0 European empires wanted power and fame0 Built colonies so a large vast of armies,

supporters, and supplies were available0 Ex. France and Britain0 World War II0 Japanese control over SE Asia and pacific region0 Opium War in China0 Britain trade for silk and spices, China wanted

tea0 Spread of opium occurs0 Affect: 0 China becomes addicted to opium0 China is weak and vulnerable to sphere of

influence0 Britain gains the upper hand and trade begins

Some Bad and Some Bad and Good Affects of…

Good Affects of…Imperialism!

Thomas Newcomen’s famous

invention; the steam engine is

applicable to many vehicles.

“Sharing is caring!”Spread of technology!

“Industrialization” Countries developed in industrialization due to imperialism because they

controlled cheap labor forces in colonies, had control of strategic points to provide fossil fuels, etc.

“Exploited!”Natural resources exploited from Asia and Africa

Given no rights by mother country Colonies inside colonies fought each other for independence and rights