Imperial anxiety and celebration of Empire
I can explain the causes of 'imperial anxiety' and how Britain responded to this through a celebration of empire.
Imperial anxiety and celebration of Empire
I can explain the causes of 'imperial anxiety' and how Britain responded to this through a celebration of empire.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- British dominance was challenged towards the end of the 19th century by the rise of Germany and the USA.
- 'Imperial anxiety' was caused by international competition and nationalist movements in the colonies.
- Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee celebration in 1897 was designed to celebrate the British Empire.
Common misconception
The rise of Germany and the USA and the growth of nationalist movements in the late 19th century contributed to imperial decline.
The British Empire responded to this rise in anxiety by showcasing their supremacy at Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee.
Keywords
Empire - a group of countries or provinces ruled from the centre by another person or group of people is called an empire
Imperial - something relating to empire is known as imperial
Imperial anxiety - imperial anxiety is the sense of unease within an empire due to potential threats to its power
Nationalism - in this lesson, nationalism is support for the political independence of a country
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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