Today in History: Abraham Lincoln leaves for Gettysburg - (1863)
Quote: "The undertaking of a new action brings new strength." - Richard L. Evans
Objective: Understand Why the Qing Dynasty fell.
1) Imperialism in China - Video
2) Internal and External Pressures
Internal Pressures: External Pressures from the West:
a) government corruption a) trade wars
b) bureaucratic incompetence b) unequal treaties
c) population growth c) extraterritoriality
d) famine d) spheres of influence
e) uprisings (Tai Ping and Boxer Rebellions) e) open door policy
3) Read p. 315-319. Take notes
4) Work on Schoology assignments