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Imperialism occurs when a strong nation takes over a weaker nation or region and dominates its economic, political, or cultural life. ... Imperialism during this period was divided into two phases: Old and New Imperialism. These two types of Imperialism had some similarities, however, many differences as well. ...
First of all, we should look at the early Imperialism. Imperialism began in the 1500s when some European nations fell curious about the East and wanted to explore it. ...
The first phase which is called Old Imperialism began with the expansion of Portugal and Spain in the sixteenth century in some parts of Asia such as Malacca, Java, the Moluccas, the Philippine etc. ... It was the time of New Imperialism. ... Secondly, nationalism, or pride in one’s country, also contributed to the growth of Imperialism. As European nations became competitive with one another, there was an increased pressure to practice Imperialism in order to maintain a balance of power in Europe. Finally, the Europeans’ sense of superiority made them feel obligated to “civilize” the “heathen nations”
However, the motivations of Old and New Imperialism were also different. In the time of Old Imperialism, trading was the only purpose and they all wanted to avoid territorial responsibilities. But during New Imperialism period, there were more causes for their further expansion. ... And the desire of individual servants to make personal fortunes through Asian rulers also contributed to the further political intervention of the New Imperialism.
Moreover, the technology also had effect on the extent of intensity of the two types of Imperialism. In the time of New Imperialism, the Industrial Revolution gave the Europeans more advantages to expand their rule over the territory. ... These advantages allowed them to have greater expansion in Asia than Old Imperialism. ... First, we should look at Old Imperialism.
Approximate Word count = 1467
Approximate Pages = 5.9
(250 words per page double spaced)
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