Money Cook

What are some examples of greed for power or money in history?

For example, the Roman Empire wanting more land but ending up losing control of all of it. Or a modern one like the AIG scandal. Preferably examples other than in U.S and Europe.

Public Comments

1. 2 words " BERNIE MADDOFF"
2. hmm out of europe and america... but thats were majority of the stuff happens. but here are some examples japan in ww2 got greedy zulus didnt want to share there land in africa they were greedy hmm actuly other hten that i got nothing
3. Apartheid has it's roots in European imperialism, but took place in South Africa, so you can use that one. Basically, the overwhelming white minority had control over the black majority, but were unwilling to give up power, so, in order in maintain this power, they oppressed the blacks in every way possible. If you need specific quotes or examples on this, do some research on Nelson Mandela. Quoting him scores some major brownie points with most teachers.
4. There are zillions of examples of greed for power or money- history books are full of This!! Hitler- greed for power killed millions Stalin- greed for power killed millions Industrial England- greed for money killed thousands, maimed thousands, polluted tons- in factories. Most wars- The Crusades (greed for power and money), World War I... This could go on for days!!