Imperialism Flashcards
Define Imperialism
The control of, or attempt to control the political and economic affairs of one country or region by another country for its own benefit.
Define Social Darwinism
Small mutuations that allow spieces to evolve.
Define Paternalism
“duty” of Europeans to help other peoples advance.
(White Man Obligation)
How did machine guns play a role?
They were the most important weapon during this time period because of its ability to oppose and defeat many oppents who usually out numbered them.
Who were the Society of Friends?
Also known as Quakers, they initated the anti slavery theology in 1750.
How did the Society of Friends believe salvation must be reached?
They believed that to obtain salvation an individual must be able to choose to do good or evil.
Who started oposition against slavery?
Church of England
Who was among the first to free slaves?
Quakes in the West Indies
Who was Olaudah Equiano?
A popular speaker that was born in Nigeria and allowed to learn to read. He eventually started his own business and bought his freedom.
Who is William Wilberforce?
Was the most important member of Parliament. He was a social reformer that greatly advocated the abolishment of slavery.
Proposed numberous bills to Parliament to abolish slavery.
Wiliam Wilberforce
What year did Parliament end slave trade?
1807
What ships were among the top transportation ships in the slave trade?
The British
What year did Parliament vote to end slavery in British colonies?
1833
Who set free the most slaves in a single stroke?
Parliament in 1833
