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At the height of the British Empire about 100 years ago. By the 1960's, the Empire had all but gone but lives on in the form of the Commonwealth of Nations which has around 50 members.
The British Empire grew by using its navy to conquer foreign lands and establishing colonies. Virginia was the first to be conquered under the rule of Queen Elizabeth in 1607 and by 1900 Britain controlled almost a quarter of the world
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How did the world get stuck in World War 2?
Hitler was determined to occupy Europe including Britain and was even threatening the US. -The world, mainly the Allies had to stop him.
Why did Britain and France both want acadia?
because of the land and at that time both colonies wanted to occupy most of the world
Did Great Britain occupy the northwest section of Germany?
no, they did not
Does the development of a region depend on technology?
No Britain captured a quarter of the world and developed to a jewel in economy but Britain did not have much technology, it had power, strength and knowledge of how to develop.
Why did Germany have the biggest empire?
Germany didnt!The biggest empire the world has ever seen is the British Empire,it was the biggest empire in the world by far!Improved:your right, Germany didnt have the biggest empire. Britain did. they owned a quarter of the world, and also, a quarter of its population. Germany were jealous of Britain and this contributed to the long term causes of world war one ! =)
Which of the following groups was the last to invade and occupy Great Britain?
The Normans
Why was Britain not invaded by Germany world war 2?
Germany failed to defeat the RAF who could sink an invading Army Logistically the Germans were not prepared to occupy England
Did the Nazis occupy Versailles in World War 2?
Yes, they did occupy Versailles.
When did Britain explore hong kong?
They didn't so much explore it as occupy it, in 1841.
What did britane become during the Victorian times?
Britain became the most powerful and richest country in the world, with the largest empire that had ever existed, ruling a quarter of the world's population.
What countries occupy Germany?
In and after WW2 Germany was occupied by the USA, Great Britain, France and Russia.
What two indepedent nations occupy the British Isles?
Ireland and Great Britain (the United Kingdom).
