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What is the main different between commonwealth games and the olympic games?
The Commonwealth games are of those countries that are a member of the Commonwealth of Nations, of which there are 53 countries. They are mainly countries that were in the British Empire. Olympics is the whole world.
How many countries are allowed to participate in the commonwealth games?
The Commonwealth Games is a sporting event that is open to athletes from countries that belong to the 'Commonwealth of Nations', an association of 53 countries. The United States does not belong to the Commonwealth of Nations.
Why is the US not in the British commonwealth?
Because the US declared independence in 1776, obtained officially in 1783, and the commonwealth was not founded until between both World Wars. So all countries in the commonwealth are countries that were part of the British Empire in 1926, the year it was founded.
Prior to World War I who were members of the British commomwealth?
The British Commonwealth didn't exist until 1950. At the time of World War 1, about 50 countries, comprising 25% of the worlds population, were part of the British Empire. Most of these countries are now self governing nations within the British Commonwealth and some still have Queen Elizabeth II as their Head of State.
What is the British common wealth?
The Commonwealth of Nations are various countries around the world who used to be part of the British Empire and are now mostly totally independent.
Why is the commonwealth spread all over the world?
The members of the commonwealth are all former-British colonies. Britain was a major colonising power during the 16th-19th centuries, establishing their own trading posts and political leadership in many areas of the world. At the height of their power they controlled over a quarter of the world's land area, and this is part of the reason why the English language is so widespread. After Britain relinquished power over the majority of these countries after the Second World War, the Commonwealth was created as an organization to maintain political and economic ties between the former members of the British Empire. These are the countries you see competing at the commonwealth games.
What countries were in war during world war 1?
About a third of the world's countries were involved in the war but the most important ones were Germany, Austria-Hungry, Ottoman Empire, U.S.A, France, Britain, Italy, and Russia. Japan and all of the British Commonwealth/Empire colonies also participated.
Which countries were involved in World War two in addition to America and Japan?
Great Britain & the British Empire & Commonwealth. Russia and many other countries in Europe. WW2 affected most parts of the world.
Who was the overall commander of the British and commonwealth Forces in North Africa during world war 2?
bernard montgomery i think
Where else is British language spoken in the world?
British English is spoken in countries that are part of the Commonwealth, such as Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. It is also widely spoken in countries that were formerly part of the British Empire, like India, South Africa, and Singapore.
How far was the British Expeditionary force dependent on commonwealth forces for its success Both Sided?
The British Expeditionary force was very dependent on commonwealth forces for its success during World War II because it initiated the help of the Royal Navy to impose a blockade on Germany.
What countries participated in D-Day during World War 2?
The U.S., Great Britain, Canada, British Commonwealth, Free French, Free Polish and French Underground. Underground activity and heavy losses are often overlooked!
