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United Kingdom And Its Influence On The United States

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Many public schools teach basic government to students, and from what they taught, many know that United Kingdom had a great influence to the United States and the rest of the world due to their long history. United Kingdom known as Britain is well-known for conquering multiple colonies and ruling them for long period of times.
United Kingdom’s history of dominance over ruling empires goes back to 19th century, when an act of union created United Kingdom on January 1st, 1801. This act was joined by England, Scotland and Wales, all of Great Britain along with Ireland. It was stated that Catholics were still unable to vote at elections or hold position in offices or parliamentary. During this beginning of the 19th Century, Britain …show more content…

Crimean War happened with a conflict in Russia as many of the European countries that had such powers were looking to expand their power and influence over areas that were left during the fall of the Ottoman Empire. They feared the Russians would expand in the Balkrans. Boer War happened due to Britain wanting to take control of gold and diamond mines in Boer areas.
20th century was a progress and decline time for the United Kingdom. It was during this time that many improvements changed the life of everyday in the UK. In 1902 Education bill was passed that abolished the school boards and gave free education to the children. Children were getting more education than before, when they had to work long hours instead. Women got the right to vote in elections in 1918 but were on the same voting terms as men in 1928. Late 19th century Britain main industries were coal, iron/steel, engineering and clothing. But these declined into early 20th century and moved into specialized manufacturing, and service industries. The invention of washing machines and other appliances made women jobs easier. Women were given equal rights with the passing of Sex Discrimination act in 1975.
Rivalries between several countries over political, economic and power lead to World War I. It was said that this war started when Archduke of Austria was assassinated and Austria declared war

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