Positive Effects of The New Imperialism

However, it cannot be said that the New Imperialism was without benefits. Unfortunately, these benefits were found mostly with those who were doing the conquering. The Europeans set out the gain new territories for their empires, find natural resources to use or sell, and to gain the ports to sell those goods at. In general, they did just that. the British gained so much territory and their emipire became so vast that the phrase "The Sun never sets on the Brisish Empire" became known. In addition, the Brisitsh gained Chinese tea and silver in payment for opium. Another type of profit that benefited many was the creation of the Suez Canal, which allowed passage from Europe to Asia without sailing around Africa.

However, there was also a less direct, but still significant, postive effect for those who were conquered: they became more joined together. With their lands being invaded and their homes taken away, these people became unified in struggles to keep their lands as a result of Nationalism. This spirit would continue to live on among these peoples for years to come.