Technological Advances and the Expansion of European Empires 

 

I. Introduction

     A. The Age of High Imperialism

     B. Motivations and Means

II. General Patterns and Associated Technologies

III. The Adoption of Steamships

     A. Invention of the Steamship

          1. Slow Adoption in Europe

          2. Success in the Colonies

     B. Steamships in Burma: Enterprize

     C. The Value of Iron Steamers: Alburkan

IV. Conclusion: The Nemesis in China

                                            

 

 

Key Terms

High Imperialism

shallow-draft steamers

Enterprize

Alburkan



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