Imperialism Key Takeaways
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Université Abderrahmane Mira
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This document summarizes the concept of imperialism, defining it as the extension of a country's power into other territories for economic or political gain. It highlights the various motivations for imperialism, including economic, cultural, and political objectives. The text also notes the connection between imperialism and colonialism, but emphasizes that imperialism can exist independently of colonial settlement.
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Key Takeaways Imperialism is when a country extends its power into other territories for economic or political gain. The goal of imperialism is to acquire resources, often through exploitation and force. Motives for imperialism include economic, cultural, political, moral, and explo...
Key Takeaways Imperialism is when a country extends its power into other territories for economic or political gain. The goal of imperialism is to acquire resources, often through exploitation and force. Motives for imperialism include economic, cultural, political, moral, and exploratory control. Imperialism and colonialism are closely related, but imperialism can occur without colonialism if the invading country doesn't send in settlers. Imperialism has played a large role in U.S. history, with impacts on the economy and climate change.
