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The acquisition of overseas territories –
IMPERIALISM The acquisition of overseas territories – colonies, possessions, protectorates Which countries were the main imperial powers? Which areas were colonized? When? What gave rise to the New Imperialism: and the « Scramble for Africa » ?
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British India 1877
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French Indochina 1887
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Reasons for American Imperialism: subjugation of Indian tribes 1887 Dawes Act 1890 Wounded Knee closing of the frontier 1893 Depression ideological justification « Manifest Destiny » « civilizing mission » « White Man’s Burden » sea power & strong navy
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The Spanish-American War 1898
Puerto Rico Philippines + Hawaii
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