Imperialism is the dominance of one political community over another political community through military force or other means of power. For example, the European imperialism in Africa was accomplished through military conquest and colonization. Colonialism is defined as conquering and settling occupied or unoccupied territory for political and economic benefit. For example, England, Spain and France colonized North America.
Europeans justified their actions of colonizing Africa by claiming that it was their duty to bring civilization to Africa and improve the lives of Africans. Other Europeans were engaged in scientific inquiry of the continent while others were simply adventure seekers of fame or fortune. All were certain that their actions would help to drive trade in the future that would ultimately benefit Europe. By 1898, the Scramble for Africa resulted in almost all of the continent being swallowed up by the European states. Technological advancements such as steamboats, railways and the telegraph along with modern firearms assisted in conquering the African …show more content…
Europe had developed industry ahead of the rest of the world, and the Europeans’ superior technology had enabled them to conquer whole continents (Lang, 2011). Britain, France, Germany, Russia, Italy, Portugal and other countries were all trying to colonize and claim territories in Africa, Asia and others. Thousands of European and Asian immigrants migrated to the United States in search of a better life. Women began their quest for equality and many were making huge advances in medicine and education thanks to universities and colleges opening doors for them. There were vast changes in the art, music and literature during this period. It was the beginning of an era where technology, aviation, medicine, psychology and science were changing the world for the
Europeans justified their actions of colonizing Africa by claiming that it was their duty to bring civilization to Africa and improve the lives of Africans. Other Europeans were engaged in scientific inquiry of the continent while others were simply adventure seekers of fame or fortune. All were certain that their actions would help to drive trade in the future that would ultimately benefit Europe. By 1898, the Scramble for Africa resulted in almost all of the continent being swallowed up by the European states. Technological advancements such as steamboats, railways and the telegraph along with modern firearms assisted in conquering the African …show more content…
Europe had developed industry ahead of the rest of the world, and the Europeans’ superior technology had enabled them to conquer whole continents (Lang, 2011). Britain, France, Germany, Russia, Italy, Portugal and other countries were all trying to colonize and claim territories in Africa, Asia and others. Thousands of European and Asian immigrants migrated to the United States in search of a better life. Women began their quest for equality and many were making huge advances in medicine and education thanks to universities and colleges opening doors for them. There were vast changes in the art, music and literature during this period. It was the beginning of an era where technology, aviation, medicine, psychology and science were changing the world for the