What has been the positive and negative aspects of imperialism?

Answer 1

Imperialism can be a broad and vague term depending on how its used and can refer to any country that conquers Another Country and uses any of its resources. This could refer to something such as Alexander's conquests or even the U.S. acquisition of territories (though highly argumentative). Imperialism can cause drains on countries Natural Resources, inhibit freedom, and have drastic economic results such as poverty. Here's a quick source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Imperialism There is nothing positive about imperialism. It is the logical evolution of capitalism in it's quest for total control of the planet's resources

Answer 2

Imperialism enriches the oligarchy in the imperialistic countries Arguably, imperialism was responsible for spreading the positive elements (i.e., health, education, welfare, etc.) of more advanced civilizations to the underdeveloped countries in the 18th and 19th centuries.

Answer 3

A positive effect is seen in document one called "Modern Progressive Nations," it shows how the larger nations gave to the smaller colonies. The nations built them roads, canals, and railways. Showed them the telegraph, newspaper, established schools for them, gave them the blessing of their civilization, and overall made them economized. They were part of modern culture after this occurred. Another positive effect is seen in document three called "Colonial Governments and Missionaries. " It shows how the colonial governments introduced improved medical care, and better methods of sanitation. There were new crops; tools and farming methods, which helped, increase food production. These changes meant less death to smaller colonies, and overall improve the state of living. They now could live longer and have better sanitation compared to the earlier imperialism.

Answer 4

positives: the colonists brought Africa to the New World. Africa became moernized and colonized. Ne machinanery and inventions. Boosted Africa's economy. Education became more popular and offered more often. Negatives: Millions of Africans were killed. Many were forced into slavery. Few had freedomcolonizers spread diseases. Hope it helped.

Answer 5

The negative aspects of imperialism involved definite change in warfare, and a method that was not always the correct way run a country