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Imperialist Goals

Definition

Imperialist goals refer to objectives pursued by nations seeking expansion through colonization for economic gain, strategic advantage, or national prestige.

Analogy

Imagine you're playing a game where you have to collect as many resources as possible by expanding your territory on the game board. That's what countries were doing during imperialism - expanding their territories for more resources and power.

Related terms

Colonialism: The policy or practice of acquiring full or partial control over another country, occupying it with settlers, and exploiting it economically. It’s like setting up your own shop in someone else’s house without their permission!

Scramble for Africa: The invasion, occupation, division, and colonization of African territory by European powers during a short period known as New Imperialism (between 1881 and 1914). It's like a mad dash at a sale, everyone trying to grab the best items before they're gone.

White Man's Burden: A term used to justify European imperialism in the 19th and early 20th centuries. It is based on the idea that it was the obligation of white people to govern and impart their culture to nonwhite people. Like an older sibling feeling responsible for teaching their younger siblings.