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Defining Imperialism and Colonialism Defining Imperialism and Colonialism Defining Imperialism and ColonialismBy 1914, Europe held 85% of the earth as colonies, protectorates, etc. Imperialism: territorial expansion from a center outwards, driven by ideology, and resulting in a geographical entity. Unified territory, expanding. Ex. Roman Empire. Colonialism: less homogeneous than imperialism. Developed without a plan or ideology. Commercial/economic.