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Imperialism (Chales Darwin (Discovers "Survival of the fittest"…
Imperialism
Chales Darwin
Discovers "Survival of the fittest" and evolution
Writes a book about his discoveries
People begin applying it to humans and politics
Social Darwinism
racist ideas began growing
whites thought it was their duty to conquer and spread their race
Imperialism
Empires wanted military and naval bases around the world to protect themselves and their interests
Military Motive
Christians wanted to save non-christians from hell
Religious motive
Business owners wanted a competition free market and more natural resources
Economic motive
New lands had new plants and materials to further scientific advancements
Exploratory Motive
Nationalism
People wanted to prove their country is the best.
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Berlin Conference
Great Nations divided up Africa
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Leopold II gets given the Congo
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Ideological Motive
Ethiopia
Ruler was Menelik II
He saw what was happening to other African countries
Decided to modernize the army
Italy invaded
Menelik II's better and more armed army won against the Italians in the battle of Adwa