Question 4GS1GS1
Explain how the American War of Independence deprived Great Britain of one empire, but it strengthened the foundations of another.
Introduction
American War of Independence was upheaval against British mercantilism and supremist regulation starting in 18th century.
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Main Body
(I) Loss of 'New World':- individual and capitalist America American War defining deprivating of empire. (2) Withdrawal of British Great Britain deaading to American of one way of life empire (3) Against the restrictive regulation such as Navigation Act, etc.
1Indentured in American way of life leads to expansion. However, it provided foundation to strengthen the another i.e. (India as Crown Jewel)
1Weaving of new interference:- adapted after 1858 result for strengthening control.
5Policy of Divide and Rule to counter emerging Nationalism.
5Create legitimacy through civilizing mission by manufacturing fake narratives
4Understanding Indian way of life for utilization of Empire and strengthening of power.
5Carried over political, military and administrative leading to control.
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Conclusion
Thus, American revolution gave lesson for colonization and strengthening of control leading to rule for more than 200 years.
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- Establishes the paradox mentioned in the question
- References Navigation Act as cause
- Identifies America as lost empire
- Connects to India as alternative focus
Topper
Dev Dudeja
AIR 152
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
History of the World - 18th century onwards
American and French Revolution
American War of Independence and British Empire
Writing Stats
154
Total words
1
Paragraphs
analytical
Tone