New imperial history
I can explain how historians' interpretations of empire differ and how this has evolved over the course of the 20th century.
New imperial history
I can explain how historians' interpretations of empire differ and how this has evolved over the course of the 20th century.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- New historical perspectives on the British Empire have emerged in recent decades.
- 'New imperial history' emphasises the relationship between the metropole (Britain) and the colonies.
- 'New imperial history' explores how the colonies have shaped the metropole (Britain).
- The end of the 20th century saw a trend of scholarship from non-British perspectives such as Said and Bhabha.
- The significance of the impact of Britain on the colonies has also been debated by historians.
Common misconception
It is possible to view the British Empire as either a force for good or bad.
The enormity of the British Empire and number of individuals involved means that to attach a simple label to the British Empire is an impossible task.
Keywords
Historiography - historiography is the study of the writing of history and of written history
Postcolonialism - postcolonialism is a theoretical approach that is concerned with the impact of colonisation in colonies and former colonies
Metropole - a metropole is the parent state of a colony
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
- Depiction or discussion of serious crime
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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