Nationalism
loyalty and devotion to one's nation
nationalism
A political philosophy that prioritizes power over principles
Realpolitik
One country’s political, economic, or cultural domination over other lands and territories
imperialism
What was the primary goal of British and US businesses in Latin America after independence?
To claim raw materials and sell manufactured goods
war fought between Britain and China over the British trade of opium
Opium Wars
How did nationalism primarily influence the revolutions across Europe in the 19th century?
By encouraging groups with a shared heritage (ex. language, ethnicity) to seek their own states
What challenges did Italy face after its unification in 1870?
Differences between the North and South
What were the causes of imperialism?
Need for resources
Nationalism
Prejudice and Social Darwinism
regional rulers in Latin America who often ruled as dictators
caudillos
How did the US acquire the Philippines?
Defeated Spain in the Spanish-American War
What were the difference between conservatives and liberals during the revolutions in Europe?
Conservatives: restore royal families, support social hierarchies, and support the established church
Liberals: protect freedoms and rights, more social equality, and universal male suffrage
What was one of the brutal practices King Leopold II enforced in the Congo?
Harvesting rubber under threat of violence
What technology helped European nations to conquer territories more easily during the New Imperialism?
Steamships and Maxim Guns
It prohibited new European colonies to be established in the Americas
Monroe Doctrine
What happened during the Meiji Period?
set up banks, railroads, telegraphs, schools, and a postal system
modern weapons
industrialized quickly
How did Otto von Bismarck believe the great questions of the day could be solved?
Violence (blood, iron, wars, alliances, and “dirty tricks”)
What was a significant effect of the Opium Wars on China?
Establishment of spheres of influence by Western nations
What was the main outcome of the Berlin Conference of 1884?
The division of Africa among European powers
It stated that the United States had the right to intervene militarily in Latin American countries to protect its investments
The Roosevelt Corollary
violent protest against British rule in India
Sepoy Rebellion
Which event directly led to the rise of nationalism in Italy during the early 19th century?
The invasion of Napoleon and foreign control
What was the significance of the Panama Canal for the United States?
It reduced travel distance between the Atlantic and Pacific coasts.
What was a common effect of Imperialism on local populations?
Introduction of cash crops instead of food crops
Problems faced by Latin America after independence
Colonies did not have much experience with self government
racial prejudice
Land was controlled by small number of people
Liberals vs. conservatives