What is imperialism
White Man's Burden
A poem by British poet Rudyard Kipling commenting on American imperialism. It created a phrase used by imperialists to justify the imperialistic actions the U.S. took.
Imperialism
A policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force.
Militarism
A policy of glorifying military power and keeping a standing army always prepared for war
Nationalism
Loyalty and devotion to a particular nationality
Social Darwinism
The application of ideas about evolution and "survival of the fittest" to human societies - particularly as a justification for their imperialist expansion.