Colonialism
28 articles in this category
The Context for Japanese Aggression in Asia During the 1930s
Explore the rise of Japanese militarism during the late 1920s and early 1930s as Western colonial powers weakened, leading to significant shifts in Asian geopolitics.
The Expansion of World War I Beyond Europe: Strategic and Diplomatic Maneuvers
Explore how World War I expanded globally through strategic naval dominance and diplomatic maneuvers, impacting regions like Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.
Demographic Strains and Technological Advantages in Nineteenth-Century Europe
Explore 19th-century Europe's demographic challenges and technological advancements that shaped global influence and resource allocation.
Nationalism and Colonial Legacies in Early 20th Century Asia
Explore the diverse impacts of European colonization on early 20th century Asian nations, shaping their nationalism, cultural norms, and governance.
The Annexation of Korea and the End of Old Asia
Explore pivotal moments in early 20th century East Asia, including Japan's annexation of Korea and China's revolution, signaling shifts from traditional to modern nation-states.
Russian Expansion in the 19th Century
Russian Empire's territorial growth through military conquests and strategic positioning in 19th century Central Asia, Siberia, and Transcaspia.
Colonial Exploitation and Indigenous Displacement in British Dominions
Explore how British dominions managed native populations during the 19th century through settlement, conflict, and government policies leading to demographic changes.
The Rise of Johannesburg and the Outbreak of the Boer War
Explore the historical context leading to the Boer War in South Africa, marked by economic shifts and political tensions between 1886 and 1902.
The Evolution of British Colonial Policy from the American Revolution to the Boer War
Explore how Britain's colonial policy shifted post-American Revolution, focusing on Asian trade and indirect rule over settler colonies.
Latin America's Transformation: From Colonial Empires to Independent Republics
Explore Latin America's journey from colonial rule to independent republics, marked by wars, territorial shifts, and lasting impacts on modern geopolitics.
South American Independence and Failed Union
Explore South American independence movements' failure to form a unified state due to historical, geographic, and economic factors.
Colonial Unrest and Spanish Imperial Weaknesses
Explore the late 18th-century insurrections in Spanish colonies that exposed deep weaknesses but also fueled aspirations for independence among creoles.
Global Economic Transformation and Cultural Exchange: The Spread of European Institutions
Explore how 19th century Europe's technological advancements and colonial expansion reshaped Asian and African economies through joint stock companies, railways, and synthetic dyes.
Global Trade Networks and Industrialization by 1914
Explore the evolution of global trade networks by 1914, marked by interdependence between industrialized nations and raw material producers.
The Civilized World: European Supremacy and Its Impact
Explore how European supremacy impacted global cultures through imperialism and Enlightenment ideals from 1789-1900.
European Colonial Impact on Global Agriculture and Society
Explore how European colonialism transformed agriculture globally, impacting demographics, economies, and societies through new crops like maize and coffee.
Missionary Expansion and Religious Conversion in Early Modern Europe
Explore early modern Europe's missionary expansion and religious conversion efforts by Catholic powers from 16th to 17th centuries.
Naval Strategy and Imperial Expansion: The British Empire's Eighteenth-Century Evolution
Explore Britain's shift from territorial to maritime dominance in the late 18th century through naval strategy and global base establishment.
The Treaty of Paris and Its Impact on Colonial Empires
The Treaty of Paris (1763) reshaped global power dynamics by consolidating British control over North American and Indian territories, reducing French influence.
Spanish Empire's Declining Maritime Dominance (1580-1620)
Explore the pivotal shift in maritime power from Spain to emerging rivals like England and the Dutch Republic, 1580-1620.
European Diplomacy and Maritime Expansion
Explore how European diplomacy evolved to manage maritime expansion and colonial interests in the 16th century.
The Rise of Sugar and Slavery in the Caribbean
Explore the rise of sugar cultivation and slavery in Guadeloupe and Martinique during the 17th and 18th centuries, highlighting economic shifts, slave trade, piracy, and colonial rivalry.
Spanish Empire in the Americas: Scope and Reality
Explore the Spanish Empire's vast but uneven territorial claims in the Americas by 1700 through conquests, missions, and resource extraction.
The Rise and Fall of Portuguese Supremacy: The Emergence of the Dutch Empire
Explore the shift from Portuguese to Dutch maritime control in Asia through internal weaknesses and superior commercial strategies.
Technological Advancement and European Dominance: The Role of Knowledge and Attitude
Explore how European attitudes toward technology during the early modern period fueled dominance through practical application and psychological confidence.
Russian Expansion into Siberia
Explore Russian expansion into Siberia from the 16th to 18th centuries, driven by economic incentives like fur trade and overseen by Tsarist bureaucracy.
The Dawn of Global Interconnection: Europe's Ascendancy in Early Modern History
Explore how European exploration from 1500 reshaped global trade, colonial rule, and cultural exchange in early modern history.
Portuguese Decline in Persia: European Competition and Shifts in Asian Trade
Explore the decline of Portuguese dominance in Persia as European competition reshapes Asian trade in the early 17th century.