Imperialism's popularity increased 1880 - 1902

Extensive support from the Conservatives and the middle classes
Economic gain - provided jobs, prosperity and massive economic opportunities for the upper class
Chamberlain - a popular Conservative politician - strongly favoured imperialism
The Church promoted imperialism and was the centre of people's lives
1. People went to church because of religion, not support or imperialism
The Monarchy was cherished and Queen Victoria became the 'Empress of India' after persuasion from Disraeli
Khaki election of 1900 saw the Conservatives being reelected
1. Only polled 400, 000 more than Liberals
2. Many people voted against Liberals because of Home Rule, not anti-imperialism
Anti Imperialists such as Lloyd George were attacked and meetings broken up
1. Incentive not to speak out
The Boy Scout Movement (which promoted imperialism) had over 100, 000 members in 2 years
1. So popular that the Girl Scout Movement followed
2. Fun and gave youngsters something to do. Didn't necessarily mean they supported imperialism
Pro-empire entertainment was popular
1. However, there was very little entertainment otherwise
HAVE TO LOOK AT WHETHER IT WAS AS POPULAR AS MADE OUT IN THE FIRST PLACE
1897 - jubilee celebrations represented the peak of imperial enthusiasm in Britain
1900 - thousands celebrated the relief of Mafeking

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