Imperialism Side 1

A policy in which a strong nation seeks to dominate other countries politically, socially, and economically.

Between 1800-1900, industrialized countries sought control of other countries for raw materials, new markets, and naval bases.

Between 1500-1800, Europeans sought colonies for gold, god, glory and trade routes

To take advantage of

The popular name for the invasion, occupation, colonization and annexation of African territory by European powers during the period of New Imperialism, between 1881 and 1914 for markets, resources, and naval bases.

In 1884-85 various European leaders met in Germany to discuss plans for dividing Africa peacefully. These leaders had little regard for African independence, and had no representation for native Africans. This began the process of imperializing Africa.

A human-made waterway, which was opened in 1869, connecting the Red Sea and the Mediterranean Sea

An interest in or taking of land for its strategic location or products

British colonial financier and statesman in South Africa made a fortune in gold and diamond mining; helped colonize the territory now known as Zimbabwe

In 1857, Hindus and Muslim soldiers in the British army refused to open cartridges that came in paper waxed with animal fat for religious reasons; killed British officers, and proclaimed restoration of the Mughal authority; had different interests, and were crushed by the British. What is this event called?