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AP European History
Unit 3 – Absolutism and Constitutionalism
Topic 3.6
How did imperialism affect balance of power among European nations?
It created intense competition for colonies among European powers causing shifts in alliances and rivalries.
Imperialism diminished importance for territorial possession within Europe itself .
It led to abandonment by all powerful nations towards acquisition efforts due to high costs .
The only significant result was Spain losing its authority over South American territories .
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