Imperialism

This mind map provides an extensive overview of imperialism, starting with its definition as the creation and maintenance of unequal economic, cultural, and territorial relationships, typically between states and often forming empires based on domination and subordination. It highlights the Age of Imperialism, which began around 1870 and involved major countries like the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the United States during the mid-19th to 20th centuries. The 'Scramble for Africa' is detailed, noting the role of racism, the Boer War, and the exploitation of Africa for raw materials like gold, diamonds, and rubber. It also touches on Social Darwinism, the Berlin Conference, and key figures like Shaka and the Boers. The section on Empires explores the British Empire, the largest in history, covering one-quarter of the world’s population and land area, famously described as 'The Sun never sets on the British Empire.' The French colonial empire, spanning from the 17th century to the 1960s, became the second largest in the 19th and 20th centuries, with territories in North America, the Caribbean, India, Africa, and Southeast Asia. Other empires discussed include the Belgian colonial empire, notorious for the cruel exploitation of the Belgian Congo under King Leopold II, and the German colonial possessions established by Bismarck in the 1880s in Africa and the Pacific. The map also covers Portugal’s colonies like Cape Verde and Mozambique, Spain’s extensive territories including Cuba and the Canary Islands, and the Italian colonial empire with regions like Eritrea and Libya. This comprehensive examination of imperialism provides valuable insights into its historical context, key players, and the significant impact on various regions worldwide.