Imperialism -6 D's

6 D's: Darwinism

"Most fit" countries survive

6 D's: Defense

Expand sphere of influence for our own defenses -modern, steel navy

6 D's: Da Media

Journalism plays a role in encouraging people to support overseas expansion and wars

6 D's: Dollars

Money is big motivation for imperialism

6 D's: Destiny

Notion to continue to expand

6 D's: Deity

Spread the gospel (and our borders)

6 D's: Democracy

Wanted to spread it (democracy) to the world