The New Imperialism
1890-1920
I
What is imperialism?
What was the old imperialism?
What is the difference between the old and new “Manifest destiny”?
II
Factors Influencing the change in public opinion
A. Social: Opinion Makers
1. Charles Darwin Origin of the Species
Racism & Social Darwinism
2. Rudyard Kipling The White Mans Burden
3. Josiah Strong Our Country Missionary
B. Economic
1. Need to expand markets of expanding industry
2. Need for crucial raw materials
3. Close of the Continental frontier
4. Desire for foreign investment
C. Political
1. Political Manifest Destiny to extend the American way and the democratic life
2. International power politics fear falling behind
3. Pressure on politicians caused by opinion makers
4. Strategic concerns
Admiral A. T. Mahan The Influence of Sea Power On History
1. expansion necessary, commercial & strategic
2. Big Navy necessary to protect interests and project power
3. overseas the need for naval bases, supplies and time factor
5. A crusade to divert attention from domestic problems