Africa Imperialism Major Causes Imperialism Control by one

Africa Imperialism – Major Causes

Imperialism Control by one country of the political, economic or cultural life of another country or region. By the mid-nineteenth century, the demand for raw materials and new markets was growing due to the industrial revolution. This new quest for colonies is often referred to as New Imperialism.

New Imperialism – The Roles Independent – A country that makes its own decisions and can trade with any country they choose. Sphere of influence – A country that is under the influence of another country, and mostly has to trade with only that country

Colony - A country that is completely controlled by outsiders Protectorate – A country that is controlled by outsiders, but only indirectly through local leaders.

Before the 1800’s: �Europeans knew little about Africa �Built trading posts on the coast �Relied on Africans to bring goods from the interior

Interest Grows �Trading companies encouraged people to explore �Adventure drew people into Africa �People start to explore the rivers �They write books about their adventures

European Motives �Wanted to gain more power over 1. Economics--$$ - Gold � wanted natural resources to use in their fast growing industries. Palm Oil for soaps Cotton for clothing Rubber, ivory, hardwoods

European Motives �Wanted to gain more power over 2. Politics - Glory �Wanted to build up their empires to make them more powerful than other countries. Would claim land so other countries could not gain the land

European Motives �Wanted to gain more power over 3. Religion - Gospel � Wanted to spread Christianity Felt it was their duty Felt their religions were superior Felt they were making life better for Africans

Motives: “God, Glory and Gold” God—Religion – Christianity Glory—Power / Control Gold—Money / Resources

Knowledge of Technology helps Europe �Medical Knowledge �Helped Europeans fight diseases such as malaria and allow them to survive in Africa �Maxim Gun �Early machine gun that gave them power over Africans with spears or muskets

Maxim Gun

Review of Definition of POWER �Have knowledge/intelligence to gain power (ability) �In a position of power (might) �Have the force to maintain power (capacity)

Europeans Power over Africa �Ability (Have knowledge/intelligence to gain power) �Medicines, Maxim Gun, Troops, experienced soldiers �Might (In a position of power) �Had strong economies, resources, industry, wealth, military �Capacity (Have the force to maintain power) �Troops, railroads, war tactics