The notion of imperialist political methodologies brings us to conjure up nations so vast that the sun would never set on them. The great powers of Germany and France, Britain and Spain, and even Russia acquired territories that would make Genghis Khan worry. Without delving to far into the political and socioeconomic history that accompanied the ascension out of the dark ages in Europe, we see the "discovery" of the New World as the quintessential cornerstone in developing an empire.
As can be inferred from the lecture, the main purpose of initial imperialism and colonialism by European states was to further their own economic and commercial interests. Colonies in the Americas, Africa, and Asia were rich in agricultural and industrial value
As can be inferred from the lecture, the main purpose of initial imperialism and colonialism by European states was to further their own economic and commercial interests. Colonies in the Americas, Africa, and Asia were rich in agricultural and industrial value