10 Interesting Fact About The history of imperialism

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• The term imperialism comes from the Latin word imperium which means absolute power or power.
• Roman Empire is one of the initial examples of imperialism in history.
• In the 16th century, maritime power such as Spain, Britain and Portuguese began to explore new territories and claimed the region as their colonies.
• European imperialism reached its peak in the 19th century, when European countries competed to get influence and territory throughout the world.
• The British Empire used to be known as the kingdom where the sun was never immersed because of its vast territory throughout the world.
• The practice of imperialism often involves oppression and exploitation of people who live in these colonies.
• One example of the famous exploitation is the Atlantic slave trade, where millions of Africans were forced to become slaves and sold to the United States and other colonies.
• Japanese imperialism in the early 20th century in East Asia also had a significant effect on society and culture in the region.
• The end of European imperialism occurred after World War II, when colonial countries began to gain their independence.
• Although imperialism has ended officially, its impact on society, culture, and politics throughout the world can still be felt today.