Which term most accurately describes the period of colonial expansion by European countries, the United States, and the Empire of Japan that occurred during the late 19th and early 20th centuries?

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Giana Frederick

7 June, 09:51

Which term most accurately describes the period of colonial expansion by European countries, the United States, and the Empire of Japan that occurred during the late 19th and early 20th centuries?

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Kymani Rice · Answer 1

Imperialism is the correct answer

Rollie · Answer 2

Expanding a country's influence and power over foreign nations by means of colonization is known as "Imperialism", whether if it's done through military action or political and economic supremacy. One of the motivations in the age of new imperialism that started in the late 1800s was the economic need generated by the Industrial Revolution.