Imperialism and Colonialism · 1850 – 1914
Motivations for Empire
Economic, political, and "civilising" justifications for imperial expansion.
Key Questions
- 1Was the "Scramble for Africa" driven by profit or prestige?
- 2How was Social Darwinism used to justify colonial rule?
- 3What role did Christian missions play in the imperial project?
ACARA Content Descriptions
AC9HI301AC9HI302
Year: Year 11
Subject: Modern History
Unit: Imperialism and Colonialism
Period: 1850 – 1914
Suggested Methodologies
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