Imperialism - A stronger nation takes control over a weaker nation politically, economically and/or culturally

1. America imperializes because:__________2. Imperialism is justified when:___________3. Imperialism is not justified when:________4. The imperialized country __________ as a

result of imperialism

Feeling of superiority (think Social Darwinism)

-we are superior therefore we are helping them: - religiously -economically -socially

-remember “Manifest Destiny”?-sound like anything from the

last unit??

Our frontier is “closed” therefore we: Need a new frontier to be special

The Frontier Thesis – Frederick Jackson Turner “The frontier is a space where individuals and

society can be renewed, begin again, and seek out new opportunities.” … The frontier is what makes America special

We have industrialized and therefore we need: Markets Raw materials Need markets & raw materials

Increasing Industrial Output, 1870-1910 Coal Steel

1870 20 million tons 850 million tons

1890 111 million tons 6,746 million

tons

1910 417 million tons 24,216 million

tons

Industry as a Percent of the Economy

Agriculture Manufacturing

and Mining 1870 53 percent 33 percent 1900 33 percent 58 percent

Europe has been doing it and therefore: - we need to prove we are just as good/capable

Alfred Mahan - 1890 The Influence of Sea Power upon History 1660-1783

-those with the best navy dominate (what do you need if you have a navy?)

Europe has been doing it and therefore: -we need colonies for national security

Which of these, if any, did you list as justified?

Which of these, if any, did you list as unjustified?

Any reasons hold more weight than others in your opinion?