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American Imperialism: Building Empires for Economic Gain

Explore the era of American Imperialism, focusing on the establishment of colonies and empires for economic prosperity, prestige, and missionary purposes. Discover how the need for raw materials, new markets, and investment opportunities drove the expansion, aided by advancements in transportation and war technology. The acquisition of Alaska, the Boxer Rebellion, and the annexation of Hawaii illustrate key events shaping America's imperialistic ambitions.

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American Imperialism: Building Empires for Economic Gain

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  1. Imperialism American History

  2. imperial vocabulary

  3. Imperialism • Establishing colonies and building empires for economic gain, prestige and missionary purposes • Factories needed raw materials • Manufacturers needed new markets • Transportation improved to make worldwide markets • Investment opportunities for new wealthy • New war weapons made it easy to conquer • pride

  4. American Imperialism • Western frontier • Alaska – purchased by Sec. Of State Seward in 1867 for $7 million (Seward’s Folly) • Additional needs • Strengthen navy / small but efficient • Refueling or coaling stations

  5. Asia • China • Boxer Rebellion • Open Door Policy – U.S. • Sphere’s of Influence • Japan • Matthew Perry

  6. Hawaiian Annexation • Queen Liliuokalani

  7. http://www.digitalhistory.uh.edu/database/article_display_printable.cfm?HHID=189http://www.digitalhistory.uh.edu/database/article_display_printable.cfm?HHID=189

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