Expansionism refers to the policy or ideology of a country or empire expanding its territory, influence, or power through various means such as colonization, military conquest, or economic dominance.
Imagine a game of Risk where players strategically try to conquer more territories on the board. Similarly, expansionism is like a country playing this game in real life, aiming to acquire more land and resources.
Imperialism: Imperialism is a form of expansionism where one country extends its control over other nations through political and economic domination.
Manifest Destiny: Manifest Destiny was an expansionist belief held by Americans in the 19th century that it was their destiny to expand across the continent from coast to coast.
Colonialism: Colonialism involves the establishment and maintenance of colonies by one country in another territory for economic exploitation and political control.
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