social darwinism
Imperialism became associated with Social Darwinism as proponents believed in the idea of natural selection and survival of the fittest being applied to societies. This provided a justification for the domination of one group over another, leading to the belief that stronger nations had a right to expand and dominate weaker ones. This ideology was used to justify the exploitation and control of colonies by imperial powers.
The europeans used Social Darwinism to justify their increase in emprie building with the justification that all creatures have and will still continue to evolve, and as such, there needed to be new accomodations met.
The eight reasons for imperialism are- 1. white mans burden 2. outlets for population 3. need for new markets 4. self sufficiency 5. investing surplus capital 6. nationalism 7. militarism 8. missionaries/ambassadors
Europeans used Social Darwinism to justify their imperialistic expansion by believing that they were more "fit" and advanced than other cultures. This idea was used to legitimize their colonization and exploitation of other peoples, claiming it was their right as the superior race to rule over others. Social Darwinism also helped Europeans rationalize the concept of "survival of the fittest" in the context of international competition and conflict.
Some social forces were evolutionary teachings like social darwinism. It justified competition and struggle between European countries. These countries each thought they were the best, the 'fittest' and deserved most of the world.
Expansion and the creation of new markets are some of the most important goals of the Imperialism. They also wanted to make Christianity stronger.
What Led to European Imperialism:1. Economic Expansion- Industrial Revolutiona. Want of more natural resourcesb. Want of new markets to sell industrial products2. Nationalist CompetitionEuropean empires wanting to outdo their rivals.3. Beliefs of Cultural Superioritya. Social Darwinism- thinking of a natural right to dominate "weaker" societiesb. "White Man's Burden"- belief in duty to help, convert, or cultivate "uncivilized peoples.
The quest for new farmlands
Old factors: Manifest Destiny and Monroe Doctrine. New factors : Imperialism and Social Darwinism. The are interrelated that they all establish that America is superior and must expand to "help" other countries live the right way, the American way. U.S.A also wanted to have markets in the countries it colonized and to have Naval Bases on the pacific.
Social, Economic, and Political power
The four motives for New Imperialism were: Economic. Strategic, Humanitarian, and Foreign Investment.