imperialism
The big picture of this unit was to understand the meaning to imperialize. imperialism is not necessarily when a bigger country takes over the little, but when the stronger takes over the weaker. the stronger country may be smaller then the one they have imperialized, it all depends on how they take action mentally. This also includes social Darwinism which is the survival of the fittest. Also imperialism is expansion, where they take over and get bigger physically. A big part of imperialism was the berlin conference where Africa was divided among European countries. to have boundaries to know where one stands mentally and physically is a part of imperialism.
The modern world has been shaped by imperialism and social darwinism, these lifestyles have affected the first, second and third class. Without imperialism we would not beable to do most of our daily routines. Because of imperialism and social darwinism we have the materials we need and desire. Social darwinism makes us the class that we belong to wether first, second, or third depending on if we decide to get a job or go to school and become succesful.
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There are many benefits around the world coming from imperialism. For example when the British imperialized India, they modernized them with schools, roads transportation and especially health. This shows how weaker nations can benefit from imperialism. Not only will they become stronger as one of the weaker nations but they will become civilized. With these benefits this proves how imperialism can be a positive thing toward both countries.
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Imperialism can lead to greater disaster such as racism, war, and pride. when countries imperialize other countries, most likely they will not be forgiving or friendly toward one another. This could lead to war if one decides to stick up and take action for what they believe in. This also could lead to racism, for example one country may be white dominated and the country that is getting taken over may be a majority of darker skinned, then things take their roles. Not only will it lead to war and racism but will lead to pride. Pride is a feeling that you are more important or better than other people, by winning a war not only do you take a victory but you also take pride. In my opinion imperialism does good for the world. It proves who is more dominant and who will do what it takes to help there people have a better life style.
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