Imperialism‚ as it is defined by the Dictionary of Human Geography‚ is an unequal human and territorial relationship‚ usually in the form of an empire‚ based on ideas of superiority and practices of dominance‚ and involving the extension of authority and control of one state or people over another."[2] Lewis Samuel Feuer identifies two major subtypes of imperialism; the first is the "regressive imperialism" identified with pure conquest‚ unequivocal exploitation‚ extermination or reductions of undesired
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Although it would seem relatively obvious‚ it is worth stating that no one element of the Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) is capable of “winning the battle” without the other three elements. This is the driving principle behind the single-battle concept. The single-battle concept‚ roughly defined‚ is the means through which the MAGTF achieves the Commander’s desired end state. It is the method used to ensure that all four elements‚ especially including all of the associated subordinate units
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Explain what is meant by cultural imperialism Cultural imperialism‚ the practice of promoting the culture or language of one nation in another‚ has emerged in the 1960s along with other terms of radical criticism. It can take various forms‚ such as an attitude‚ a formal policy‚ military action‚ so long as it reinforces cultural hegemony. The term “cultural imperialism” is mainly shaped by the three postcolonial theorists Foucalt‚ Derrida and Said. Within their view‚ cultural imperialism can be
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How was U.S. overseas imperialism in 1898 similar to and different from earlier American expansion across North America‚ or "Manifest Destiny?" Was this "new imperialism" a fundamental departure from America’s tradition‚ or simple a further extension of "westward migration?" In 1898 when the United States was expanding from Hawaii to the Philippines ideas of Manifest Destiny come to mind. This neo-imperialism was not a fundamental departure from America’s tradition. Because Americans believed
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Texting while driving has become prevalent in recent years because technology has become widespread around the world. While people might be under the impression that texting is acceptable behind the wheel the action is quite dangerous. The action could result in a death because the drivers’ eyes are preoccupied‚ and out-of-focus from the road. Although the dangers of texting while driving may be underestimated‚ it is simply not worth the risk due to the fact that it promotes technological convenience
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Why was war inevitable in Europe in the early 20th century? World War 1 was Inevitable in many ways. The key word in this question is "Inevitable’’. My Oxford Dictionary defines Inevitable as unavoidable and unpreventable. Could have World War 1 been avoid? I think not! There wasn’t just one reason as to why World War one happened but a number of things. This is why I agree that World War 1 was Inevitable. The assassination Archduke Franz Ferdinand was one of the main reasons for the
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The Causes of European Imperialism in Africa During the 1800’s‚ seven European nations were taking land from Africa for themselves without the consent of the Africans. This is known as Imperialism; imperialism is an action by a strong nation to take control of another country. In this case Europe was the strong nation‚ and it was taking control of Africa. Many asked themselves why the Europeans were engaging in Imperialism. The European nations were engaging in imperialism for political factors and
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What are the factors behind the rise of Mega Cities‚ and to what extent are these urban areas sustainable? Megacities‚ defined by population‚ have at least 10 million inhabitants. In recent years‚ megacities in the developing world have grown rapidly with little or no planning. As a result‚ they face cries of infrastructure‚ poverty and unemployment. The driving force for the rise of megacities is mass urbanisation between rural – urban areas‚ as well as rates of natural increase that are higher
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What was the Bauhaus and what was its purpose? The Bauhaus was a school of art‚ architecture and design that existed in three German cities including Weimar‚ Dessau‚ and Berlin. The school was founded by Walter Gropius in 1919 and it lasted until 1933. During its time‚ Bauhaus went through different distinct periods under different directors and cities including expressionism‚ constructivism‚ functionalism and architecture. The Bauhaus was the start of modernism‚ at the same time‚ it changed the
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To what extent was the policy of appeasement responsible for the outbreak of war in Europe in 1939? The policy of appeasement gave way to Hitler’s aggression and contributed to the cause of war. Appeasement meant that Hitler could grow in strength to the point where Nazi Germany became a threat. Britain and France The League of Nations became a false hope‚ which Britain placed their faith in.111 Appeasement allowed Hitler to grow his strength to the point of being a major threat to Europe. While
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