The Collapse of the British Empire

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This paper examines how the collapse of the British Empire began with the independence of India and how this independence dealt a blow to Britain on two fronts economically and strategically. It also looks at how their economic and technological capabilities after World War II made them unable sustain the required military force in their colonies.

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"In the years between World War I and World War II, the British believed that World War I was to be the last war. Military spending was cut in the misconception that appeasement and compliance to the various treaties would keep them out of the next war. The public voiced anti-war sentiments and they desired to shift their focus on social services, including pensions, insurance, health and education. The Labor Party further reinforced these attitudes by increasing social service payments and slashing defense budget. With the military budget cut during the interwar years the defense-related industries deteriorated."

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