The White Man s Burden - 1415 Words

Throughout the 18th, 19th, and mid-20th century, Britain was the most recognized and powerful colonial power in the world. With colonies stretching from islands in the Caribbean to islands in the far Pacific, Britain had built an empire using this idea imperialism—the domination and exertion of contemporary British ideas, most often through trade, investments, and occupation. This display of British power certainly resonated with many throughout the world, especially other European powers that had imperialistic fascinations of their own. In fact, the spread of imperialism was encouraged to ‘white’ nations across the globe. This encouragement can best be seen in Rudyard Kipling’s â€Å"The White Man’s Burden.† However, at the same time, the†¦show more content†¦Kipling states that these men should send their sons into exile in these uncivilized nations in order to fulfill what the ‘captives’ need. He states that those that do take up the call to bear the white man’s burden must be patient and not prideful. What Kipling recognizes from his time and experiences in India is that, often, there could be complications with communication. Because of this, one must remain patient with the ‘sullen people,’ while at the same time, slow to pride. Further encouraging white men, Kipling states that they must fill the mouth of Famine and drive out the sickness that currently plagues India. While he considers the duties he asks of the white men noble, Kipling plainly states that they will not live like kings; it is tough and dirty work. He acknowledges the poor conditions when he states â€Å"no tawdry rule of kings, but toil of serf and sweeper.† These are the conditions of those they hope to bring into civilization. In his ideal civilization, Kipling believes there is a standard—the British standard. In every facet of civilization, he believes in the British way. This belief is seen when he states, â€Å"ye dare not stoop to less.† Kipling calls for the best out of those who choose to fulfill their duty. Also, just as expected a capitalist from Britain, Kipling believes in gaining profit, seen when he states, â€Å"seek another’s profit, andShow MoreRelatedThe White Man s Burden10652 Words   |  43 Pageshave the urge to defend it’ Étienne De La Boà ©tie Take up the White Man s burden– Ye dare not stoop to less– Nor call too loud on Freedom To cloke yourRead MoreWhite Man s Burden By Rudyard Kipling1354 Words   |  6 Pages Imperialism English writer Rudyard Kipling published a very famous poem called â€Å"White Man’s Burden† in 1899 which embodied the European feel of superiority over the indigenous peoples. Kipling published this poem when the Americans were conquering different places. 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