Question

List and explain two specific reasons for the new wave of imperialism that occurred in the second half of the 19th century. What were two ways that this new imperialism had an effect on the populations of European nations who built these new empires?

Answer 1

answer:

industrial revolution & nationalism

explanation:

industrial revolution — due to an increase of production, countries wanted to expand their nations and needed more people to work for them. new technologies and factories started developing, requiring more workers for these new jobs

nationalism — nations started developing pride over their race, culture, etc and they felt that imperializing other countries would make their country more superior than the others. it was a form of pride for their country

• it caused the europeans to feel that it was "white man's burden" to civilize the "uncivilized" natives
• this was almost a way to justify their crimes against them