British Empire
25 articles tagged with "British Empire"
The British Crisis at the Turn of the Century
Explore Britain's challenges at the turn of the 20th century amid industrial competition, colonial rivalries, and domestic unrest leading to significant reforms.
Imperial Expansion and Transformation in South-East Asia: 1880-1914
Explore the transformation of South-East Asia under European rule from 1880 to 1914, leading to widespread colonization.
Economic Connections Between Britain and India: A Century of Transformation
Explore Britain and India's 19th-century economic ties through trade networks, opium trade, textile exports, and steamship routes.
The Shift from Contempt to Appreciation: British Attitudes Towards Indian Culture in the Late Eighteenth Century
Explore British colonial attitudes shifting from awe to disdain then to academic appreciation in 18th century India.
Shift in British Imperial Strategy: From America to Asia
Explore how British imperialism shifted focus from America to Asia post-American Revolution, driven by economic and strategic interests.
The Rise of European Imperialism in the Nineteenth Century
Explore the significant rise of European imperialism in the 19th century, marked by technological advancements, economic expansion, and political dominance over non-European territories.
The Union of South Africa: Conciliation and Conflict
Explore the establishment of South Africa's Union in 1910, reconciling British and Boer interests while neglecting racial tensions.
The Second Anglo-Boer War: A Victorian Military Tradition Revisited
Explore the Second Anglo-Boer War, highlighting naval dominance, guerrilla tactics, and imperial ambitions in late 19th century South Africa.
British-Boer Relations and Colonial Expansion in Southern Africa
Explore the rivalry and conflict between Britain and Boer settlers over territorial control and resources in 19th century southern Africa.
The Transition from Colonies to Dominions: 1907-1914
Explore the transition from colonies to dominions in the British Empire (1907-1914), marking shifts towards self-governance and reshaping African territories.
Emergence of Federal Systems in Canada and Australia
Explore how federal systems emerged in Canada and Australia during the 19th century through responsible government grants and railway construction.
Global Migration Patterns in the Late 19th Century
Explore how technological advancements and economic pressures reshaped global demographics in the late 19th century through significant migration patterns.
European Migration Overseas in the Nineteenth Century
Explore the massive European migrations of the 19th century that reshaped demographics and cultures across continents due to industrialization, colonialism, and economic pressures.
London's Economic Dominance in the Early 20th Century
Explore London's role as the world's economic hub by 1914 despite losing manufacturing lead to US and Germany.
The Sterling Bill of Exchange and the International Gold Standard
Explore how London's role as a financial hub and the gold standard stabilized global trade through sterling bills during late 19th to early 20th centuries.
Pax Britannica and Nineteenth Century Colonial Expansion
Explore how British naval supremacy in the 19th century enabled peace among European powers and facilitated colonial expansion across non-European regions.
The Abolition of Slavery in the European World
Explore the pivotal abolition of slavery by European powers, reshaping global governance and marking a shift in moral and legal standards.
The Expansion of European Colonial Rule in Africa and Asia
Explore how Europe expanded its colonial rule over Africa and Asia by modernizing infrastructure and governance while exploiting resources and cultures.
The Western World: A Cultural and Institutional Legacy
Explore how European hegemony shaped the 'Western world', a blend of transplanted institutions and unique identities in former colonies.
The Formation of an Anglo-Saxon World: Divergence and Convergence
Explore the late 19th-century divergence between Anglo-Saxon nations and continental Europe, marked by political stability and imperial expansion.
British Imperial Power and Colonial Independence in North America
Explore the decline of British power in North American colonies post-Seven Years' War due to economic policies and cultural divides.
Naval Strategy and Imperial Expansion: The British Empire's Eighteenth-Century Evolution
Explore Britain's shift from territorial to maritime dominance in the late 18th century through naval strategy and global base establishment.
The Treaty of Paris and Its Impact on Colonial Empires
The Treaty of Paris (1763) reshaped global power dynamics by consolidating British control over North American and Indian territories, reducing French influence.
The Rise of British Imperial Dominance: 1689-1714
Explore British imperial growth from 1689-1714 through key wars, treaties, and naval supremacy that reshaped global power dynamics.
The End of Iberian Domination: The Rise of British Imperial Power
Explore how Britain rose as a dominant imperial power post-1763 Peace of Paris treaty, signaling the decline of Spanish and Portuguese empires in global politics.