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Imperialism

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Imperialism Cartoon, 1898

In this French political cartoon from 1898, the Qing official observes powerlessly as a pastry representing China is divided up by Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom, William II of Germany, Nicholas II of Russia, the French Marianne, and a samurai of Japan. The cartoon is intended to portray the imperialist tendencies towards China at the time.

In this French political cartoon from 1898, the Qing official observes powerlessly as a pastry representing China is divided up by Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom, William II of Russia, the French Marianne, and a samurai of Japan.
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The Era of Modernization in China Part Two: Evolution of a Nation

Scholar Rana Mitter describes the evolution of China into a fledgling republic.

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Western Imperialism and Nation Building in Japan and China

Students are introduced to the history of Western imperialism in East Asia and its influence on the identities and ambitions of Japan and China.

An Ukiyo-e of the Utagawa school depicting foreigners in Japan, including Russians, Dutch, British, Americans, French and Chinese. A closeup of the Dutch, Americans and Chinese in the center of the picture