Although imperialism was a sinister time period in world history, many believe that it was very necessary. One of these people were Capt. F.D. Lugard of England. Lugard argues that imperialism is needed so European white men can civilize the natives of Africa and Asian countries. This was a very popular idea created by Europeans. Lugard also argued that imperialism was needed for England's growth for the future. He proceeds to state, “We [England] have to consider, not what we want now, but what we shall want in the future,” (144). Lugard claims that the world is for England's taking, and imperialism will allow them to take what is theirs. These ideas would lead to consistent policies because the people of England would want to enforce their
