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What were the 3 forms of ruling Europeans used in their colonies?
What were the 3 forms of ruling Europeans used in their colonies?
Which company is associated with setting up agricultural operations in South America?
Which company is associated with setting up agricultural operations in South America?
What was Cecil Rhodes known for establishing?
What was Cecil Rhodes known for establishing?
What were the main raw materials mentioned in the text as driving economic motives for imperialism?
What were the main raw materials mentioned in the text as driving economic motives for imperialism?
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What was the purpose of Europeans creating 'Spheres of Influence'?
What was the purpose of Europeans creating 'Spheres of Influence'?
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Study Notes
European Colonization and Imperialism
- Europeans believed they had a "burden" to "civilize" other cultures, as rooted in their religious beliefs.
- Colonization took three forms: Colony (direct rule), Protectorate (local government with European guidance), and Spheres of Influence (exclusive trade rights).
- European companies, such as the British East India Company and Dutch East India Company, controlled territories and made key decisions.
- Imperial expansion in business involved companies like the United Fruit Company, which set up agricultural operations in South America.
Notable Figures and Companies
- Cecil Rhodes created the De Beers Mining Company, gaining immense economic and political power.
- De Beers was particularly brutal in its treatment of South Africans.
Economic Motives of Imperialism
- Raw materials drove imperial expansion, with key products being:
- Rubber (Congo, SE Asia)
- Copper and tin (Central Africa)
- Petroleum (America)
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Test your knowledge on the impact of European colonialism in China and East Asia. Explore topics such as the ruling forms of European colonies, the British and Dutch East India Companies, Spheres of Influence, and Imperial Expansion.
