Unit 1 - Imperialism and the Scramble for Africa Flashcards
What percentage of Africa was controlled by Europe in 1870?
10%
What comes from ideas?
Consequences
Why might Europeans be in favor of imperialism?
- more resources
- more trade
- nationalism
- show of global dominance
- social imperialism (unify your country)
- “someone will take it, might as well be us”
What are the two primary motives for imperialism?
- economic
- political
What are some of the political reasons for imperialism?
- more power, control
- better trade routes
What are some of the economic reasons for imperialism?
- industrial revolution: more raw resources needed
What is a tariff?
an import tax that enables a country’s own industries to thrive
What are the four things in Europe in 1870 that enable rapid expansion into Africa?
maxim gun
quinine
steamboat
financial power
Who was King Leopold?
- ruler of Belgium
- founded the IAA (International African Association)
- publicly was in favor of abolishing slavery, but really just wanted “a piece of the African cake”
When was the Berlin conference?
1885
What were some of the things decided at the Berlin conference?
- sphere of influence
- end slavery
- effective occupation
When was the Egyptian uprising?
1882
Who originally funded the Suez canal?
the French and the Khedive
What were the French goals in the Upper Nile Crisis?
- control the Nile (white nile specifically)
- east-to-west control
Who were the Mahdist?
Islamic revolution group
What were the Mahdist goals in the Upper Nile Crisis?
- drive out Britain
- re-establish Muslim dominance