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British Honduras was the former name of what is now the independent nation of Belize and was a British colony on the east coast of Central America,
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Did Belize become part of the British empire?
The territory known as Belize was settled by the British in the 17th century, however it was not until 1862 that the territory became a Crown Colony (British Honduras) governed from Jamaica. The colony achieved complete internal independence in 1964 adopting the name Belize in in 1973. Belize became an independent state within the Commonwealth of Nations in 1981
Which central American countries speak English and not a spanish colony?
Belize is the only country in Central America where English is the official language and was not a former Spanish colony. Belize was known as British Honduras before gaining independence in 1981.
Which country in Central America is the only non-Spanish speaking country?
Belize is the only non spanish speaking country in Central America. Before independence it was known as British Honduras - a British colony.
What is Belize date of colonized?
Belize was colonized by the British in the mid-17th century, with the establishment of the first British settlement in 1638. The area, then known as British Honduras, was officially recognized as a British colony in 1862. Belize gained independence from British rule on September 21, 1981.
How did Jamaica get free?
independence from the british colony
Is Kenya a british colony?
Kenya was a British colony until gaining independence in 1963.
Was Kenya a British colony prior to its independence?
Yes.
How did new york colony government change over time?
It was a British proprietary colony and later royal colony on the northeast coast of North America. As one of the middle Thirteen Colonies, New York achieved independence and worked with the others to found the United States.
Was Zambia a British colony prior to its independence?
Yes, before independence, it was Northern Rhodesia.
What European colony did Zambia gain independence from in 1964?
Zambia was Northern Rhodesia, a British colony.
Does Jamaica belong to great Britain?
Not any more. Once a Spanish possession known as Santiago, in 1655 it became a British colony, known as "Jamaica". It finally achieved full independence in 1962.
What British colony didn't declare independence from Britain in 1776?
Canada.
