The Age of Imperialism,
1850–1914
Previewing Main Ideas
During the 19th and early 20th centuries, Western
powers divided Africa and colonized large areas of Asia.
GeographyStudy the map and time line. How many countries colonized
Africa? Which country controlled India? the Philippines?
At the Berlin Conference in 1884–1885,
European nations established rules for the division of Africa with little
concern about how their actions would affect the African people.
GeographyWhich two countries claimed most of Africa?
Industrialization increased the need for raw materials and
new markets. Western imperialists were driven by this need as they looked
for colonies to acquire.
GeographyCompare the size of the Western countries with the areas they
colonized. Why were these Western powers interested in lands in Africa
and Asia?
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POWER AND AUTHORITY
EMPIRE BUILDING
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