Question

Which 19th century invention led to increased imperialism because of it's efficiency and better communication?

Answer 1

The correct answer is the telephone.

Answer 2

The 19th Century invention that led to increased imperialism because of its efficiency and better communication was the telegraph/telephone.

Scottish emigrants Alexander Graham Bell was the first to be granted a patent for the device in 1876. For the first time clear voice communication could be heard across long distances.