attitudes towards imperialism in Britain (consolidation) Flashcards
Timeline of the Empire Day Movement
founded 1896, celebrated first 1902, recognised officially in 1916
When was the Round Table Movement founded, and by whom?
Founded by Alfred Milner in 1909 for an Imperial Union, in 1910-11 movements also established in SA, AUS, NZ, and Canada
When was the Royal Colonial Institute established?
1870 - for those interested in Empire and India
When was the Victoria League founded? What was it for?
1901: non-political, women/ Closer union through hospitals, funds, friends, and education
Who was Lord Meath?
A diplomat. Spoke of systemic immigration to check urban growth and to strengthen the Empire (ethnic imperialism).
What did Joseph Chamberlain believe to be a problem?
Believed in a ‘national crisis’ of other powers growth, and that only Empire can foster industrialism and employment.
What did Chamberlain believe that a closer unity of Empire would grant to his party?
The loyalty of the working class.
What were some of the ideas that Chamberlain proposed?
Imperial preference and a pooling of sovereignty in an imperial parliament.
When was Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee?
1897
What was the dichotomy in justification of the Empire?
- Morał grounds: Britain’s responsibility to bring order to the world
- Liberał premises of ‘civilising’ the people, freeing from local oppression and bringing the rule of law to ppl.
What was the POLITICAL dichotomy in justification of Empire?
Tories are into Empire for white rules’ sake. Liberals and Labour believe in freedom through empire.
When was Imperialism embraced by the Tories in this period?
In the era of Tory ascendancy between 1895-1905, Lord Salisbury’s supporters embrace imperialism.
Who were prominent journalists in this time that help represent certain ideals?
Journalists Leo Amery and Lord Beaverbrook (to become chief proprietor of Express in 1916).
When was imperialist rhetoric strongest?
1890-1906
What book did John A. Hobson write in 1902?
Imperialism. Believed that expansion was a reach for new markets and opportunities for the rich/ Rich Jewish financiers use influence for foreign interests.
What was John A. Hobson’s stance on the 2nd Boer War.
A war to secure gold for Jews.
What is Emily Hobhouse known for?
Lead government enquiry into the concentration camps in BW2, tarnished the view that the Empire was a civilising mission.
Why was the 2nd Boer War so concerning?
30 thousand Boers hold against Britain for 2.5 years and have to use troops from dominions.
Why were British attempts at domestic recruitment concerning?
- 40k British recruits tested and found unfit for service
- Manchester: 8-11k volunteers turned away
What laws were passed in the drive for national efficiency?
- 1902 Education Act: Opens 1000 secondary schools over the next decade
- Imperial College 1907
- Free school meals (1906), medical inspections (1907)
- Welfare charter (1906)
- Old age pensions (1908).
What was the ideology which justified the national efficiency legislation known as?
The new liberal philosophy, showed high imperialism not necessary to better the lives of British people.
Who was Rudyard Kipling?
Writer, v popular. Believes in empire sm and racial superiority. Writes White Man’s burden.
Who was Gertrude Page?
Emigrated to Rhodesia in 1900. 20 novels, romantic tales of other settlers. India most popular setting.
Who was the best known imperialist composer?
Edward Elgar
