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.
These resources will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.
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.
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
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.
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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