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!

Introduction to Imperialism

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

Definition of Imperialism

The policy of establishing colonies and building empires.

Imperialism Also Includes

A stronger nation with a goal to create an empire and

Who dominates weaker nations through various factors.

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)

Why Do Americans Feel Entitled to Civilize People?

Due to Ethnocentrism

Belief in the superiority of one’s own ethnic group.

Liberia

Ethiopia

Geography Book and World Atlas Analysis

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

End here on Wednesday, 5/06

Information in Packet That Supports Imperialism

Page 2 - US Imperialism MapPage 3 - Alfred Mahan and Coaling Stations and Colonies Information (extra reading)Page 7 - The White Mans Burden

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!

Information in Packet That Does Not Support Imperialism

Page 6 – Quotes

Video Clip

America Becomes a World Power(beginning to 4:24)

Friday, 12/12

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

Quick Check of Packet Information

Page 3 - Alfred Mahan and Coaling Stations and Colonies Information (extra reading)Page 6 – Various Views on Imperialism

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”

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 HomeThink about the Progressive reforms we just studied!

Note Sheet for Key Areas Related to Imperialism for the US

Japan (and Midway Islands)AlaskaHawaiiChina

JAPAN (1854 )

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 EastUsed Gunboat Diplomacy!

MIDWAY ISLANDS (1867)

Midway Islands

Using the idea of Manifest Destiny, The Midway Islands

were annexed (joined/added to the USA) in 1867.

ALASKA (1867)

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."

Delaware!

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.

HAWAII (1898)

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…

Pineapple Plants

Queen Liliuokalani 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.

CHINA (1898)

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

Open Door Policy – benefits the USAIn 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.

Closer – 12/12

Complete the worksheet provided, “The Important Thing About . . .”