Imperialism: A Historical Analysis
Imperialism in the Late 19th Century
Imperialism emerged in the late nineteenth century, coinciding with the Second Industrial Revolution. European powers began expanding their influence across the globe, particularly in Africa and established colonial empires.
Economic Causes of Colonialism
- Raw materials and cheap labor were sought.
- New markets were desired.
- Overpopulation led to demographic pressures, with many European families migrating to Africa for a better life.
- Political powers aimed to dominate
Catalanism and the Central State: A History
The Criticism of Centralism
The new Spanish constitution of the nineteenth-century liberal state defined Spain as a unique nation with a unique court, depository of national sovereignty. It would be a state with centralization of politics, economics, administration, and the judiciary, and military forces in Madrid.
This centralized vision was criticized throughout the nineteenth century, especially in Catalonia.
Federalism
In 1840, away from political and social struggle, federalist republicanism appeared.
Read MoreDecline of Dictatorship and Monarchy in 1920s Spain
Economic and Social Policy
Economic Policies
The dictatorship prioritized economic benefits, mirroring the Roaring Twenties. The government supported public works and enacted decrees to protect domestic industry. However, state enterprises struggled to compete with foreign entities. Monopolies, such as Telefónica, were granted, and CAMPSA was awarded oil distribution and sales, leading to state indebtedness.
Social Policies
The dictatorship introduced a labor regulation model aimed at eliminating social
Read MoreMonopoly, Industrialization, and Imperialism
Monopoly
Monopoly ownership consists of a product exclusively for a single manufacturer or distributor, which imposes prices without any control.
New Leading Sectors
The new leading sectors, driven by new energy sources and technological innovation, were discovering new products or other applications. Uses that had been so limited until then, resulted in the emergence of new productive sectors.
- The siderurgical industry and metallurgy had a big expansion with new automotive and electrical materials.
Islamic Art and Architecture in Spain: A Historical Journey
Islamic Art in Spain: A Historical Introduction
In 711, a new era began, rooted in oriental culture, with the convergence of Islamic and Christian influences. Islamic art flourished in Al-Andalus, while Romanesque and Gothic art emerged in the Christian territories. Islamic art placed significant emphasis on architecture, as the Koran discouraged the representation of images. Materials like plaster and marble were favored, with a preference for elaborate interior decoration that complemented the
Read MoreHistorical Events and Eras: A Timeline
Key Historical Events
- Power to the People
- Slave
- None of Anteiores
- Eupatrids, Gergóis, and Deminurgos
- Clergy, Nobility, and Servants
- Fully Correct
- Hoist, Corvera, Banality, and Tithing
- The Invasion of Portugal by Napoleon’s Troops
- During the Reign of D. Joao VI
- In England
- Saint Vincent and Pernambuco
- The Resignation of the Ministry of the Marquis (Portuguese)
- Salvador (Bahia), Recife (Pernambuco), and Rio de Janeiro (RJ)
- Zombie
- The Discovery of the Cohen Plan
- Chibata Revolt
- The Holy War of the Disputed
- Russia
- Slaves