<P> During the era of New Imperialism , the Western powers ( and Japan ) individually conquered almost all of Africa and parts of Asia . The new wave of imperialism reflected ongoing rivalries among the great powers , the economic desire for new resources and markets , and a `` civilizing mission '' ethos . Many of the colonies established during this era gained independence during the era of decolonization that followed World War II . </P>
<P> During the era of New Imperialism , the Western powers ( and Japan ) individually conquered almost all of Africa and parts of Asia . The new wave of imperialism reflected ongoing rivalries among the great powers , the economic desire for new resources and markets , and a `` civilizing mission '' ethos . Many of the colonies established during this era gained independence during the era of decolonization that followed World War II . </P>
what caused a new wave of european imperialism in the late 19th century
what caused a new wave of european imperialism in the late 19th century
ongoing rivalries among the great powers , the economic desire for new resources and markets , and a `` civilizing mission '' ethos
ongoing rivalries among the great powers , the economic desire for new resources and markets , and a `` civilizing mission '' ethos