World History

Japan had isolated itself during the Tokugawa shogunate, but it couldn't ignore the progress of the world around it when Commodore Matthew Perry showed up on its shores. In response, Japan went through one of the fastest industrial revolutions ever and became an imperial power itself. Learn more … [Read more...] about Japan 1750 to 1900: A Free AP World History Resource

For most of world history, China remained isolated from the European powers. However, that changed as the militaries of Europe became increasingly powerful. Read all about how imperialism in China brought the downfall of the Qing Dynasty in these Google Slides for AP World … [Read more...] about Imperialism in China: A Free AP World History Resource

Want to get back to the overview of the 1750 – 1900 CE section? 1750 – 1900 CE OVERVIEW AP WORLD HISTORY HOMEPAGE Do you want to review some of the history you learned about India in earlier lessons? Do you want to learn how Queen Victoria became the Empress of India? This lesson on how … [Read more...] about How Britain Colonized India for AP World History

Want to get back to the overview of the 1750 – 1900 CE section? 1750 – 1900 CE OVERVIEW AP WORLD HISTORY HOMEPAGE The Industrial Revolution brought technological advancements that changed the world in many ways. Farming became more efficient, so fewer farmers were needed. People moved to … [Read more...] about The Industrial Revolution for AP World History

Want to get back to the overview of the 1750 – 1900 CE section? 1750 – 1900 CE OVERVIEW AP WORLD HISTORY HOMEPAGE The Age of Exploration led to the colonization of the Americas and unprecedented changes in Europe. Europeans settled in the Americas, but soon tired of colonial rule. The … [Read more...] about Independence Movements in Latin America for AP World History

Want to get back to the overview of the 1750 – 1900 CE section? 1750 – 1900 CE OVERVIEW AP WORLD HISTORY HOMEPAGE Napoleon Bonaparte emerged from the disaster of the French Revolution. His reign in France lasted for only about fifteen years, but he made a lot of history during that time. … [Read more...] about The Story of Napoleon Bonaparte for AP World History