introduction to imperialism. definition of imperialism the policy of establishing colonies and...
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Introduction to Imperialism
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Definition of Imperialism
The policy of establishing colonies and building empires.
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Imperialism Also Includes
A stronger nation with a goal to create an empire and
Who dominates weaker nations through various factors.
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Reasons for American Expansion of Imperialism (Pro-Imperialism)
(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”
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Why Do Americans Feel Entitled to Civilize People?
Due to Ethnocentrism
Belief in the superiority of one’s own ethnic group.
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Supporting Readings
Alfred Mahan – The Importance of Sea PowerCoaling Stations and ColoniesUS Imperialism MapThe White Mans Burden
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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 HomeThink about the Progressive reforms we just studied!
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Video Clip
America Becomes a World Power(beginning to 4:24)
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Note Sheet for Key Areas Related to Imperialism for the US
Japan (and Midway Islands)AlaskaHawaiiChina
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JAPAN (1854 )
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Connection with JapanCommodore Matthew Perry (and a very young U.S. Navy) established trade relations with Japan in 1854We need a coaling station in the East
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MIDWAY ISLANDS (1867)
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Midway Islands
Using the idea of Manifest Destiny, The Midway Islands
were annexed (joined/added to the USA) in 1867.
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ALASKA (1867)
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Alaska is purchased in 1867Secretary 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."
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Delaware!
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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.
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HAWAII (1898)
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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…
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Pineapple Plants
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The Hawaiian Queen is removed from power by American military force under pressure from businessmen (including Sanford Dole – the pineapple guy…)
How did America become Involved in Imperialism?, cont.
Hawaii is annexed in 1898.
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CHINA (1898)
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Although China had it’s own ruler, it
was weak and controlled by other nations.
These “spheres of influence” limited trade between the U.S.
and China
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Open Door PolicyIn 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.
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Wrap-up for Imperialism IntroOn a sheet of paper please write down and hand to me the following:
3 Things you learned today about Imperialism over the past two days
2 Things you still do not understand about Imperialism
1 Thing that you already knew