What was the general goal of imperial powers such as Great Britain in the late 19th century?
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Abstract Issue is taken with two approaches which play down the significance of Great Britain's industrialization for its imperial expansion between 1750 and 1850: the 'gentlemanly capitalist' thesis of Cain and Hopkins, and studies emphasizing how British conquests in India were financed by local resources. It is argued that much of the East India Company's ability to raise war loans in India came from commercial links with an industrializing metropolis, especially via the China trade. The growth in British demand for Chinese tea depended heavily on industrially derived income and on urbanization. Britain made large overseas payments during the 1793-1815 European wars, the decisive phase of imperial advance, on the strength of industrial exports. Show
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The 19th century – an age of revolutions! Taking inspiration from the French Revolution of 1789, people across Europe challenged
aristocratic ruling classes and fought for the development of civil and human rights, democracy and national independence. Nationalism emerged as a revolutionary claim promising citizens more involvement in democracy, but it was exclusive, imagining a world of national territories inhabited by ethnically similar people. Some visionary Europeans, however, hoped for the unity of the continent beyond national allegiances. Audio guide:
MARKETS AND PEOPLESteam, smoke, factories, noise – all announced the beginning of the Industrial Revolution in Great Britain. To different degrees manufacturing then spread across Europe turning the continent into the world centre of industrialisation, finance and commerce. New technical innovations initiated industrial progress with steam power driving the development of heavy industry. Methods of production were totally transformed and large factories with thousands of workers mass produced industrial and consumer goods. Audio guides:
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGYSpeed, dynamism and a belief in progress defined Europe at the end of the 19th century. Railways, electricity, cinema, photography and new theories in science and medicine affirmed Europe’s leading role in this technological coming of age. A time of optimism beckoned. The arrival of the age of railways demonstrated Europe’s advance as an assured technological world leader. Industrialisation expanded and long-distance travel became possible across all social classes. Audio guide:
IMPERIALISMThe 19th century witnessed a globally dominant Europe. Empires expanded, colonies amassed – all pushed energetically forward by the Industrial Revolution. Colonies provided the raw materials and luxury commodities to meet rising consumer demand, in return promising vast markets for European products. Abuse and inequality were excused as a necessary part of ‘civilising’ savage peoples. The gradual ending of slavery was followed by new forms of intolerance and racism. By 1914 European countries ruled about 30 % of the world’s population. Europe had been involved in overseas exploration and trade for centuries, but the benefits of the Industrial Revolution enabled Europe to tighten its grip on other continents. Audio guide:
What was the goal of British imperialism?England, in what is now Britain, wanted more land overseas where it could build new communities, known as colonies. These colonies would provide England with valuable materials, like metals, sugar and tobacco, which they could also sell to other countries.
What was the general goal of imperial powers such as Britain in the late nineteenth century?What was the general goal of imperial powers, such as Great Britain, in the late nineteenth century? to create a small empire to show the nation' strength and prestige (double check). the goal was to profit by importing raw materials and exporting finished products.
Why was imperialism important in the 19th century?What ideas motivated 19th century imperialism? Nationalism Nationalism is a strong feeling of pride in one's country. During the 19th century, this sense of pride often came from believing that one's nations far surpassed other nations in economic success and political might.
What are 3 reasons why the countries became imperialist in the 19th century?Economic. The Industrial Revolution stimulated the hunt for colonies. ... . Political. Every country wanted national hegemony – that is, to be the No. ... . Military. Every imperialist country was worried about its own national security: The competition among imperialist powers was vicious. ... . Cultural. ... . Religious.. |
