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South Africa gained their Independence from who?
The Republic of South Africa gained its independence from Britain in 1961, when it was officially declared a Republic.
What was the nickname of British soldiers during the French and Indian War?
Lobster Backs was the nickname for a British soldier during the French and Indian War because the British soldiers war red coats.
In 1947 what was divided into countries of India and Pakistan?
Prior to 1947 the entire region covering India and Pakistan was known simply as India. Technically, it was called the Indian Empire but was also commonly referred to as the British Raj, "raj" being Hindi for "rule."
How did south asia change as a result of nationalism?
They began to resent British rule. They had created two groups to rid India of foreign rule called the Indian National Congress (Congress Party) and the Muslim League. Both groups worked towards the goal of national independence.
British colonies in India were called?
British colonies in India were collectively known as British India. This term referred to the territories directly governed by the British Crown from 1858 until India’s independence in 1947. British India included provinces such as Bengal, Punjab, and Madras, as well as princely states that were nominally autonomous but under British influence. The region played a crucial role in the British Empire's economy and geopolitics.
A growing Indian distrust of the British led to?
the First War of Independence, which the British called the Sepoy Mutiny.
What was the name of his movement?
The movement associated with Mahatma Gandhi was called the Indian independence movement. Gandhi led various campaigns and movements, such as nonviolent civil disobedience and Satyagraha, to achieve independence from British colonial rule.
Why was the Revolutionary War called the war of Independence?
it was called the war of independence because the colonies was fighting for freedom from the British rule
In 1857 a growing Indian distrust of the British led to what?
The Indian sepoys began to distrust the British because of several events. They were trying to convert Hindus and Muslims to Christianity. The British were altering the length and terms of service in the army. The pension for soldiers was eliminated. The British began using tallow soaked ammunition cartridges.
What was the revolt by Indian soldiers against the British in 1857 called?
the Indian Mutiny
What was the war Americans fought for independence called?
The battle by the 13 British American colonies for independence was called the American Revolution.
What were colonists loyal to the cause of American independence called?
We called them 'patriots'. The British called them 'rebels'.
Why is The Indian Rebellion of 1857 called the First War of Independence?
it was called the first war of independence because it was the first time when we united and fought as onenation...!
What are people who opposed independence called?
The term for supporters of Independence was Patriots, and the British may have termed them Yankees as well.
What were those who supported the British cause during the American Revolution called?
they could have been called loyalists im not sure
What was the first document written in the North American British Colonies that called for complete independence from Britain?
This very important historical document is called the Declaration of Independence.
Who was the author of collection of poems called golden threshold?
Sarojini Naidu, an Indian independence activist and poet, authored the collection of poems called "The Golden Threshold." She was known for her lyrical poetry that celebrated Indian culture and independence.
