Imperialism and intervention have affected our world history in many ways, both good and bad. Most of Africa and a large amount of China were taken over by Europeans in the 19th century and today, America and other powerful countries intervene in foreign wars against international foes like ISIS and other organizations. Imperialism is not acceptable because of its effects on countries like instability in the government and economy however, intervention is acceptable as long as it is regulated to limit ultimate power falling into the hands of authoritative nations.
Imperialism, which is a policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force, ruled over 19th century Africa, with powerful European countries …show more content…
In a BBC article, written in April of 2016, the author wrote about the history of the DR of the Congo and in the article, evidence of old imperialism was found. BBC said, “Nearly half the population lives in poverty, according to the World Bank, even though the Republic of Congo is one of sub-Saharan Africa's main oil producers. Oil is the mainstay of the economy…” (Republic of Congo Country Profile). This shows that the Congo, and actually many countries in Africa, still haven’t recovered from its terrible treatment in the 1900s under the rule of King Leopold and Belgium. The Congo was rich in rubber and the Belgians definitely took advantage of that. King Leopold was a very strict, violent man and would give serious consequences to people who were against his rule. He had almost the whole population of the Congo enslaved under his rule, working and digging, extracting the rubber for him. If anyone didn’t want to work and tried to rebel, he would cut their hand off and even kill them. This quote says that half the country still live in poverty, even though they are a major oil producer, which shows how even though they have the resources, as a country, the people are having a hard time bouncing back from their terrible history. Imperialism is not acceptable …show more content…
This is because, unlike imperialism, intervention isn’t completely overpowering a country, it is more similar to the passing of advice and use of aid from one country to another. Also, if America doesn’t intervene in some, international, worldwide conflicts like fighting against terrorism and in World Wars, then it could spread and spread until it reaches our backyard. America gets rid of the problem before it starts hurting our home. The US and many other Middle Eastern and European countries have been fighting the war against modern
Imperialism, which is a policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force, ruled over 19th century Africa, with powerful European countries …show more content…
In a BBC article, written in April of 2016, the author wrote about the history of the DR of the Congo and in the article, evidence of old imperialism was found. BBC said, “Nearly half the population lives in poverty, according to the World Bank, even though the Republic of Congo is one of sub-Saharan Africa's main oil producers. Oil is the mainstay of the economy…” (Republic of Congo Country Profile). This shows that the Congo, and actually many countries in Africa, still haven’t recovered from its terrible treatment in the 1900s under the rule of King Leopold and Belgium. The Congo was rich in rubber and the Belgians definitely took advantage of that. King Leopold was a very strict, violent man and would give serious consequences to people who were against his rule. He had almost the whole population of the Congo enslaved under his rule, working and digging, extracting the rubber for him. If anyone didn’t want to work and tried to rebel, he would cut their hand off and even kill them. This quote says that half the country still live in poverty, even though they are a major oil producer, which shows how even though they have the resources, as a country, the people are having a hard time bouncing back from their terrible history. Imperialism is not acceptable …show more content…
This is because, unlike imperialism, intervention isn’t completely overpowering a country, it is more similar to the passing of advice and use of aid from one country to another. Also, if America doesn’t intervene in some, international, worldwide conflicts like fighting against terrorism and in World Wars, then it could spread and spread until it reaches our backyard. America gets rid of the problem before it starts hurting our home. The US and many other Middle Eastern and European countries have been fighting the war against modern