AP World History Modern Unit 6

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Imperialism

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of extending a country's power through colonization or military force

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Scramble for Africa

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European colonization of Africa (late 19th century)

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1857 Sepoy Mutiny

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rebellion against British East India Company rule

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Social Darwinism

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that stronger societies are naturally superior and should dominate weaker ones

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Berlin Conference (1884-1885)

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where European powers divided Africa without African input

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White Man’s Burden

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for imperialism claiming Western duty to civilize others

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Opium Wars (1839-1842, 1856-1860)

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between Britain and China over opium trade and sovereignty

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Suez Canal (opened 1869)

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waterway in Egypt connecting Mediterranean and Red Seas

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Economic Imperialism

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of a country’s economy by foreign businesses or powers

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Cecil Rhodes

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imperialist, founder of Rhodesia, advocate of British expansion in Africa