1. The Rise and Fall of the British Empire
The British Empire reached its peak at the beginning of 20th century, comprising over 20% of the Earth's land surface and more than 400 million inhabitants, being the largest empire in history. ... Moreover, the explorations of Captain James Cook in the 1770s and the discovery of Australia were very important for the British, because of the strategic position offered in East Asia. ...
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- Grade Level: Undergraduate