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What is imperialism?
The extension of a nation’s power over other lands.
Describe some of the problems with European imperialism in Africa.
-While beneficial to econ & cultural developments, Africans remained subjugated.
-Classism; better jobs reserved for Europeans.
-In Belgium, King Leopold III killed off nearly entire population.
Describe Sepoy Rebellion in India.
-Rumors troops rifles greased with pig/cow fat.
-British punished sepoys who refused to load rifle.
-Rebellion broke out.
-Disorganization led to British success.
-Both sides suffered greatly.
Who was Rasputin?
-‘Healer’ to Russian prince.
-Allegedly influenced Queen Alexandra.
-Killed off by royal fam.
Russian Revolution: Feb/Mar
-Czar Nicholas implemented provisional gov.
-Provisional gov failed, kept Russia in WWI and didn’t address land reforms.
-Soviets didn’t like him.
Russian Revolution: Oct/Nov
-Bolsheviks destroyed provisional gov.
-Ended war with Germany.
What did Lenin rename the Bolsheviks to?
Communist
What did Lenin aim to change Russia into?
Proletarian Socialist State
How did Lenin aim to achieve goals of ‘Peace, Land, and Bread’?
-Ended private ownership of land.
-Workers controlled factories and mines.
Four Causes of World War I
Militarism
Alliances
Imperialism
Nationalism
Militarism
-Glorification of armed strength.
-Aggressive prep for war.
Alliances
Partnerships between nations in hopes of keeping peace.
Nationalism
Belief that emphasizes one’s national identity.
Command Economy
Central gov controls economy.
Capitalism
People invest in trade and goods for profit.
