Wars
The process by which former colonies gain independence
The American Colonies wanted to gain independence from Great Britain.
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England
The (former) Soviet Union.
the declaration of independence
In 1776, the American Colonies delcared their independence from Great Britain.
After gaining independence, territory in both former colonies was divided due to religious conflicts.
After gaining independence, territory in both former colonies was divided due to religious conflicts.
Independence
With the fall of the fascist government of General Marcelo Caetano all the former colonies received independence.
The American Revolution