Perry, Matthew
(1794-1858) Commodore. United States Navy officer who is responsible for opening Japan to trade and imperialism.
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Imperialism
parliamentary democracy
A form of government where the citizens elect members to represent them in a parliament, or legislative assembly.
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Panama Canal
A canal that crosses the isthmus of Panama connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Built by the United States between 1904 and 1914.
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Opium War
In the early 19th century, Great Britain began importing opium, processed from poppy plants grown in the Crown Colony of India, into China. Chinese officials attempted to ban the importation of the highly addictive opium, but ultimately failed. The British declared war on China in a series of conflicts called the Opium Wars. Superior British military technology allowed them to claim victory and subject the Chinese to a series of unequal treaties.
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Open Door Policy
A policy of the United States that stated China should be open to all nations that which to trade with them. This policy did not include the consent of the Chinese, and was another form of imperialism.
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occupation (military)
The control of one country by another through the stationing of military troops and military government.
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New Imperialism
A policy of economic, political, and social of one country by another. Industrialized countries sought control of other countries for raw materials and new markets.
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New Economic Policy
An economic policy of Vladimir Leninﾒs in the Soviet Union where government controlled most banks and industry, but did allow some private ownership.
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Nazi
Name of German National Socialist Party, which gained control of Germany in 1933 under the leadership of Adolf Hitler.
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natural rights
Concept of John Lockeﾒs that states all people have the right to life, liberty, and property.
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