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9.13 Globalization

2 min readjanuary 14, 2023

Sharii Liang

Sharii Liang

I

Isabela Padilha Vilela

Sharii Liang

Sharii Liang

I

Isabela Padilha Vilela

Dependency on the Rest of the World

Europe was no longer self-sufficient. They had lost their colonies mostly after . Now, the dominated trade. After WWII, European countries increased imports of and . New technologies like the , , , , and spread ideas across the seas and connect people from across the world more than ever. While some enjoy the ever increasing , others greatly criticized it. still are highly opposed to this deep interconnectedness, as they consider it a threat to nation's self-sufficiency and national identities.

The rise of was also highly important for a more globalized world. Through the introduction of quicker and easier means of transportation, it is easier for people, ideas, and culture to flow into different countries across the world. One important industry that grew significantly through the rise in transportation is the Trading Industry.

For example, the for shipping facilitates global trade by providing a cheap and simple method of distribution of goods. 🚢

These technological advancements are still a work in progress today, and many European nations have reaped the benefits of this interconnectedness. Although they had lost their ties to some part of the world through decolonization, their economic ties still guarantees them access to a myriad of different resources.

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The Opposition

One such group that greatly criticized was the in . They cautioned against , afraid that it’d worsen consumerism. Instead, they advocated for . They believed that an unbridled process would incentivize rapid at the cost of people's and the environment.

The Green parties across Europe today may have difference stances on . Although some are still opposed to it, due to its detrimental effect on the globe, others believe that it could be a channel to spread ideas of sustainability and equality.

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Key Terms to Review (21)

Computer

: A computer is an electronic device that manipulates information, or data. It has the ability to store, retrieve, and process data.

Containerization Method

: This is a system of intermodal freight transport using standardized shipping containers that can be loaded and unloaded, stacked, transported efficiently over long distances. It revolutionized trade in the 20th century.

Dependency on the Rest of the World

: This term refers to a country's reliance on other nations for resources, goods, or services. It can be due to various factors such as lack of natural resources, technology, or expertise.

Globalization

: Globalization refers to the process by which businesses or other organizations develop international influence or start operating on an international scale.

Green Party

: The Green Party is a political organization with branches worldwide that emphasizes environmental sustainability, social justice, non-violence, and grassroots democracy.

Industrialization

: Industrialization is the process by which an economy is transformed from primarily agricultural to one based on the manufacturing of goods. Individual manual labor is often replaced by mechanized mass production, and craftsmen are replaced by assembly lines.

Internet

: The Internet is a global network of computers that provides information and communication facilities. It allows users to connect with each other, access data, and use services such as email, social media, and web browsing.

Nationalist Leaders

: Nationalist leaders are individuals who advocate for national independence or strong national government; they prioritize their nation's interests above others'.

Phone

: A device used for communication that transmits and receives sound, most commonly speech. Modern phones (smartphones) also include features like internet access, cameras, and apps.

Popular Culture

: Popular culture (or pop culture) is a set of practices, beliefs, and objects that are dominant or prevalent in a society at a given point in time.

Radio

: Radio is a technology that uses radio waves for communication. It's used for broadcasting music, news, talk shows and other forms of entertainment across long distances without wires.

Social Wellbeing

: Social wellbeing refers to how well individuals are doing in terms of their relationships, sense of belonging in society, and overall quality of life. It's about personal satisfaction with one's lifestyle or culture, emotional health and resilience.

Sustainable Development

: Sustainable development is a strategy by which communities seek economic growth without depleting their natural resources or causing severe ecological damage. It aims to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

Television

: Television is a system for transmitting visual images and sound that are reproduced on screens. It's primarily used for broadcasting programs for entertainment, education, news, etc.

The Opposition

: In politics, the opposition refers to a political party or group that is not currently in power but is working against the ruling party's policies and actions.

Trading Industry

: This refers to businesses involved in exchanging goods or services between parties. In European history, trading industries have played a crucial role in economic development and international relations.

Transportation Technology

: This refers to the various methods and tools used to move people and goods from one place to another. In the context of European history, this could include everything from horse-drawn carriages in medieval times to steam-powered trains during the Industrial Revolution.

U.S. Technology

: This refers to the advancements and innovations in technology that have been developed in the United States, which have had a significant impact on various aspects of society including industry, communication, transportation, and entertainment.

United States

: The United States is a federal republic located in North America, composed of 50 states, a federal district, and five territories. It emerged as a global superpower after World War II.

Western and Central Europe

: Western and Central Europe are geographical regions on the European continent. Western Europe typically includes countries like France, Germany, UK etc., while Central Europe includes countries such as Poland, Hungary etc.

World War II

: World War II was a global conflict that took place from 1939 to 1945, involving many of the world's nations organized into two opposing military alliances: the Allies and the Axis powers.

9.13 Globalization

2 min readjanuary 14, 2023

Sharii Liang

Sharii Liang

I

Isabela Padilha Vilela

Sharii Liang

Sharii Liang

I

Isabela Padilha Vilela

Dependency on the Rest of the World

Europe was no longer self-sufficient. They had lost their colonies mostly after . Now, the dominated trade. After WWII, European countries increased imports of and . New technologies like the , , , , and spread ideas across the seas and connect people from across the world more than ever. While some enjoy the ever increasing , others greatly criticized it. still are highly opposed to this deep interconnectedness, as they consider it a threat to nation's self-sufficiency and national identities.

The rise of was also highly important for a more globalized world. Through the introduction of quicker and easier means of transportation, it is easier for people, ideas, and culture to flow into different countries across the world. One important industry that grew significantly through the rise in transportation is the Trading Industry.

For example, the for shipping facilitates global trade by providing a cheap and simple method of distribution of goods. 🚢

These technological advancements are still a work in progress today, and many European nations have reaped the benefits of this interconnectedness. Although they had lost their ties to some part of the world through decolonization, their economic ties still guarantees them access to a myriad of different resources.

https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/fiveable-92889.appspot.com/o/images%2F-BgV7CxNXKq3n.webp?alt=media&token=2e69b06f-dc78-4b33-8507-7ad888ae0c80

The Opposition

One such group that greatly criticized was the in . They cautioned against , afraid that it’d worsen consumerism. Instead, they advocated for . They believed that an unbridled process would incentivize rapid at the cost of people's and the environment.

The Green parties across Europe today may have difference stances on . Although some are still opposed to it, due to its detrimental effect on the globe, others believe that it could be a channel to spread ideas of sustainability and equality.

https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/fiveable-92889.appspot.com/o/images%2F-UkuRJuCZiRyr.jpeg?alt=media&token=4d2a13f6-5c31-4106-bff6-3a55037134ad

Key Terms to Review (21)

Computer

: A computer is an electronic device that manipulates information, or data. It has the ability to store, retrieve, and process data.

Containerization Method

: This is a system of intermodal freight transport using standardized shipping containers that can be loaded and unloaded, stacked, transported efficiently over long distances. It revolutionized trade in the 20th century.

Dependency on the Rest of the World

: This term refers to a country's reliance on other nations for resources, goods, or services. It can be due to various factors such as lack of natural resources, technology, or expertise.

Globalization

: Globalization refers to the process by which businesses or other organizations develop international influence or start operating on an international scale.

Green Party

: The Green Party is a political organization with branches worldwide that emphasizes environmental sustainability, social justice, non-violence, and grassroots democracy.

Industrialization

: Industrialization is the process by which an economy is transformed from primarily agricultural to one based on the manufacturing of goods. Individual manual labor is often replaced by mechanized mass production, and craftsmen are replaced by assembly lines.

Internet

: The Internet is a global network of computers that provides information and communication facilities. It allows users to connect with each other, access data, and use services such as email, social media, and web browsing.

Nationalist Leaders

: Nationalist leaders are individuals who advocate for national independence or strong national government; they prioritize their nation's interests above others'.

Phone

: A device used for communication that transmits and receives sound, most commonly speech. Modern phones (smartphones) also include features like internet access, cameras, and apps.

Popular Culture

: Popular culture (or pop culture) is a set of practices, beliefs, and objects that are dominant or prevalent in a society at a given point in time.

Radio

: Radio is a technology that uses radio waves for communication. It's used for broadcasting music, news, talk shows and other forms of entertainment across long distances without wires.

Social Wellbeing

: Social wellbeing refers to how well individuals are doing in terms of their relationships, sense of belonging in society, and overall quality of life. It's about personal satisfaction with one's lifestyle or culture, emotional health and resilience.

Sustainable Development

: Sustainable development is a strategy by which communities seek economic growth without depleting their natural resources or causing severe ecological damage. It aims to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

Television

: Television is a system for transmitting visual images and sound that are reproduced on screens. It's primarily used for broadcasting programs for entertainment, education, news, etc.

The Opposition

: In politics, the opposition refers to a political party or group that is not currently in power but is working against the ruling party's policies and actions.

Trading Industry

: This refers to businesses involved in exchanging goods or services between parties. In European history, trading industries have played a crucial role in economic development and international relations.

Transportation Technology

: This refers to the various methods and tools used to move people and goods from one place to another. In the context of European history, this could include everything from horse-drawn carriages in medieval times to steam-powered trains during the Industrial Revolution.

U.S. Technology

: This refers to the advancements and innovations in technology that have been developed in the United States, which have had a significant impact on various aspects of society including industry, communication, transportation, and entertainment.

United States

: The United States is a federal republic located in North America, composed of 50 states, a federal district, and five territories. It emerged as a global superpower after World War II.

Western and Central Europe

: Western and Central Europe are geographical regions on the European continent. Western Europe typically includes countries like France, Germany, UK etc., while Central Europe includes countries such as Poland, Hungary etc.

World War II

: World War II was a global conflict that took place from 1939 to 1945, involving many of the world's nations organized into two opposing military alliances: the Allies and the Axis powers.


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