im·pe·ri·al·ism –noun: The policy of extending the rule or authority of an empire or nation over foreign countries, or of acquiring and holding colonies and dependencies. In this blog we will attempt to outline ideas about imperialism in ancient time while also taking into account more recent imperialism as well. From the ancients to modern day. The themes that will be studied at length are: genocide; effects of occupation on conquered nations; just war theory; and greed and conquest
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Boudica
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This clip, while most certainly not an accurate portrayal of Romans, show the changing view we have of the Roman Empire today. Instead of seeing the Roman Empire as infallible, more people view it as oppressive. Here the Romans themselves see that. It is most clear when the general rhetorically asks what they are fighting for, for the Britons are fighting for the livelihood.
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