New Imperialism
Which form of rule was the most prevalent during New Imperialism?
formal rule
Did America have colonies in Africa?
No
In which century did Britain begin with Imperialism? (Old Imperialism included)
16th century
Which person was against colonies at first, but then changed their mind?
Otto von Bismarck
Which country was the first to colonise?
Great Britain
Which economic reason was there to create colonies?
to create outlet markets due to industrialisation
What does the Manifest Destiny describe?
That their mission from God is to lead the world
Which british colony was first ruled by a company?
India
Which Emperor began with German Imperialism?
William II
From South Africa to Egypt
Which reason for imperialism was a factor to WWI?
National prestige
What's the big-stick diplomacy?
To ask nicely, while also threatening your military
What choices did the UK have in expanding?
"Great Britain or Little England"
Which term described colonisation, that was not performed by state, but by the citizens?
pragmatic colonisation
What's the difference between formal & informal rule?
formal rules directly control the countries & take over administration
informal rules only indirectly control them
What does Social Darwinism & Social Imperialism refer to?
that the white race is superior & to distract from main-land problems via imperialism
What was the Monroe Doctrine's purpose?
To isolate USA from the European countries
What was the Pax Britannica?
A period where the UK was the largest world power
What does Pan-German League mean in German?
Alldeutscher Verband
What was the Herero War?
A war where the German military suppressed the herero people (and later performed a genocide on them)
Which territories did Old & New Imperialism concentrate on?
Americas, India & Oceania for Old
Africa & Asia for New
What was very important for American-Asian trade?
The Panama Canal
What conflict would eventually lead to the Entente Cordiale, and which countries were involved?
Fashoda Incident
Sudan (as the conflict place), UK & France
What does "hammer or anvil" mean?
That Germany would either defend from all sides (like an anvil)
or that Germany would attack (like a hammer)
Which other European countries were involved as Imperialists?
(name at least 5)
Spain, Portugal, Italy, the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Russia