The Europeanization of the World
Name 5 colonial powers of the Europe?
Great Britain, France, Spain, Portugal, Holland
When Suez Canal was opened?
1869
When Germany unified?
1871, following French-Prussian war of 1870-71
What happened to Japan in 1868?
Political revolution. Starting point of Japan's modernization and the rise of Japanese economic and military power
When was the American Civil War?
1861-64
What was the most motivating factor of colonization?
exploitation of economic resources
When India became under control of GB?
In the middle of 19th century, 1858
What happened in 1879? (agreement)
Dual alliance between Austro-Hungary and The German Empire. Promised each other support in case of attack by Russia
Why Japanese economic growth was limited?
-shortage of industrial raw materials
-small land area and an expanding population
Which two nations first achieved the status of ''World Powers"
Great Britain and France
Which company was in charge of India?
East India Company
What happened in 1894? (agreement)
Franco-Russian mutual military assistance agreement
When Japan invaded Manchuria?
1894-95
What was the main consequence of the colonization?
Interlinked and interdependent world with Europe as its focal point
Name two characteristics of GB in the 18-19th century
-Surplus Population
-Highest stage of industrial development
Projection of German's military, economic and political power worldwide
When was the Russian-Japanese war?
1904-05
When was the Spanish-American war?
1898
The expansion of European power and influence in the world were achievable because of...?
improvements in the technology of oceanic transportation
Why Suez Canal was important for GB?
It enhanced the maritime communication between the GB and her overseas possesions
What happened in 1904? (agreement)
Entente Cordiale. Series of agreement between GB and France
When Russia joined Entente?
1907. Anglo-Russian agreement
What is the Monroe Doctrine?
ambition of the USA to become a regional hegemon. Was a warning to European powers