6. Hanlon’s Hanlon does this by discussing the historical patterns of colonization of Micronesia by the Spanish, German, and Japanese. the depiction of each power’s ceremony of possession and strategy for domination
17. Ceremonies of Possession Primitivism formalize boundary between colonizer and the colonized colonizers used primitivism to their advantage primitivism had to be studied thoroughly so it could be exploited politically
18. “incorrigible vegabonds” Steeped in SUPERSTITION, IGNORANCE, THIEVERY, UNRESTRAINED SEXUALITY Third-class people Distrustful APATHETIC TREACHEROUS Complained of POLYGAMY, DIVORCE, GROUP WIFE, DIFFICULTY WITH LANGUAGE, ALOOFNESS w/ Missionary Endeavors
20. Strategies for Domination Legitimize rule by seizing indigenous authority Use vehicle of domination RESISTANCE Missionaries as positive agents of change Use of Education Segregation in Schools
21. Historical Analysis Hanlon’s article is accurate, complete, informative, & relevant Objective (provides insight on both sides Colonizer vs. Colonized) Significance stems from Hanlon revealing to us the true motives and methods of the colonizers for colonizing Micronesia (eye-opener)
22. Historiographical Analysis Hanlon’s article is counter-canonical & islander-centered Micronesia Positive AND Negative aspects of ceremonies Exploitation of primitivism
Notas do Editor
David Hanlon 1970: 1st came to Pacific (Peace Corps) until 1973: served on the island of Pohnpei as English language teacher1977-1980: returned to island taught at Community College1994: published article
Hanlon reveals the defining characteristics of each era & colonizing power in Micronesia to prove that there is a need for a closer evaluation into the perspectives of Micronesians and their view of their colonial pastBecause their view will tell a different story.
Hanlon does this by discussing the historical patterns of colonization of Micronesia by the Spanish, German, and Japanese.the depiction of each power’s ceremony of possession and strategy for domination
SummaryIntroductionColonial ClaimsCeremonies of PossessionStrategies for Domination
Challenges the canon’s view of the naming of the islands of “Micronesia”Like how we discussed in class..that “tiny islands” is a misrepresentation of the reality that MicronesiaIs actually larger than what its portrayed to be in the canon…Hanlon adds to this..Hanlon says that in the process of creating this name MICRONESIA- It marked a step from ….just words or text TOactual physical domination- reflected 19th century imperial world’s need to order, categorize, bound, know this part of Pacific for control purposes
Hanlon says that in the process of creating this name MICRONESIA- It marked a step from ….just words or text TOactual physical domination- reflected 19th century imperial world’s need to order, categorize, bound, know this part of Pacific for control purposes
Next, is the colonial claims
Story of how Spain, Germany, & Japan each had a turn in claiming Micronesia
SPANISHEarly exploration in Pacific (16th century) provided source for Spanish claims over Caroline, Mariana, and Marshall islandsSpanish showed little interest in Pacific area (except for Guam & rest of Marianas)
Until GERMANY came along 1878: Expanding German commercial activity threatened Spanish lazy claim to Micronesia - made treaty w/ Marshallese chiefs to establish control over Jaluit Atoll1885: Germans take over in a govt. ordered naval expedition - caused riots in Madrid, Spain - near war (Spanish vs. Germans)1898: Spain lost to US in Spanish-American War (give up all Pacific Territories) - Germany was sold the Mariana & Caroline Islands for 2.5 pesetas1899: Germany successful in its attempts to gain control over Spanish Micronesia
WAR would end Germany’s control over MicronesiaWWI in Europe: Germany’s possessions were distant, isolated & undefensibleOct 1914: Japan sailed into various harbors of islands & claimed them in a larger southern movement called the Nanshin-This was supported by Japanese Naval officers whose maritime interests would benefit by access to Micronesian harbors and waters.Whoever controls the tropics controls the world1919: League of Nations formally recognized Japan’s occupation of the islands through the award of a Class C MandateIn return Japan promised toFile progress reports with the LeagueGive up construction of any fortifications in the mandated territoryGuarantee the right of commerce within the territory of all nationsHanlon says this “fabricated guardianship” given by the League of Nations to Japan provided a cover for the Japanese occupation of Micronesia
Next is ceremonies of possession
Ceremonies of Possession section featuredThe Positive & Negative Aspects of the CeremoniesSPAIN – 1. Carolines (pomp, spectacle, ceremony) 2. Yap (procession) 3. Pohnpei (drum rolls, musket fire) 1. violent uprising (spanish..hostages) 2. local resistanceGERMANY – 1. Von Benningsen (gov. of German New Guinea) confidence in tranquil future for islands 1. violent rebellions against German colonial ruleJAPAN – 1. celebrate emperor’s birthday 2. Shrine to represent power & authority of japanese 1. most violent..soldiers stormsed catholic missions on pohnpei
Also included a discussion on Primitivism Ceremonies of possession are used to formalize the boundary between the colonizer and the colonized how colonizers used primitivism to their advantage Study of primitivism (had to be studied thoroughly so it could be exploited politically) So the Germans & Japanese sent their people to the islands to observe the peoplemicronesiansare primitive..so we must teach them to be modern
What colonizers identified to be primitive of the Micronesian cultures
Lastly, Strategies for Domination
Legitimize rule by seizing indigenous authorityUse vehicle of dominationIslander RESISTANCEMissionaries as positive agents of changeUse of EducationSegregation in Schools
Hanlon’s article is accurate, complete, informative, & relevantObjective (provides insight on both sides Colonizer vs. Colonized)Significance stems from Hanlon revealing to us the true motives and methods of the colonizers for colonizing Micronesia (eye-opener)
Hanlon’s article is accurate, complete, informative, & relevantCounter-canonical (in the beginning when he talks about micronesia, presents the positive AND negative aspects of the ceremonies of possession, how colonizers used primitivism to their advantage)
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