Imperialism in 1900

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How did Britain maintain such a large empire?

How was Belgium able to control a territory in Africa that was landlocked?

Similarly, how were the Germans able to control such sparse territories?

Also, no one wants Ethiopia.

Lin Zexu and Queen Victoria

Lin Zexu expresses his disdain to opium through his descriptions. He says opium has a repugnant odor when processed in factories. He also cites opium usage and production as deeds that will keep people from heaven. Lin Zexu believes opium is leading to China's downfall. They institute a death penalty through beheading or hanging. This isn't done to punish the user, but it's done moreso to incite fear in those who use opium. Lin Zexu employs fear to stop the spread of opium usage and cut it down to nothing.

Industrial Revolution

Changes that will occur

• increased technology leaves less room for human labor
• Ability to move further away for work allows for the purchase of goods found far from home
• China's working class loses its status because their hard work is being replaced by technology
• Increased movement allows for cultural integration
• families are less unified because anyone can work
• the concept of work has changed from incredibly demanding tasks to simple movements
• focus on technology because small amount of farmers take care of all the demand for food
• Animistic religions lose values because humans now can control all the necessities and things like watering crops, efficient production of food, etc.
• Factories are huge sources of wealth, so the value of land is not because of agriculture, but because of the potential to build a factory

The discussion of liberals, conservatives, radicals, and reactionaries helps when viewing the Industrial Revolution. People are resistant to change no matter what the circumstance entails. And because the Industrial Revolution is huge, we see groups like the Luddites arise who actively oppose change. The Industrial Revolution puts new groups at a disadvantage (skilled artisans) and helps those who lack skill.