German Imperialism In The 19th Century
Nationalism was an important factor of the 19th century. During this time period, the map of europe started to transformed into the map of europe we know today. This is was what was known as ‘’romantic nationalism’’ that swept over the continent. New countries were formed such as germany and italy. Because of this common national identity, smaller nations were formed. The rise of imperialism and colonialism took place in germany. Germany would dealt with the latter stages of ‘’scramble to africa’’. German individuals rather than the government, compete with other colonies entrepreneurs. German emperor Wlihelm
II, expressed imperialistic intentions and strived for a “place by the sun” for Germany.
His aim was to turn Germany into an imperial
II, expressed imperialistic intentions and strived for a “place by the sun” for Germany.
His aim was to turn Germany into an imperial