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Most of Britain’s colonies gained independence during the mid-20th century, particularly following World War II. This period saw a wave of decolonization, with countries in Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean achieving independence in the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s. Notable examples include India in 1947 and many African nations throughout the 1960s. By the late 20th century, most of the British Empire had dissolved, leading to the independence of former colonies.

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