Government of India Act

The British Parliament passes the Government of India Act, providing for a degree of autonomy and establishing a 'Federation of India'.

1935 · India, United Kingdom · government

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8 historical parallels

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  South African Boers win their last battle over the British Army, capturing a general and 200 soldiers.

• Washington Protocols Settlement of Venezuelan Crisis 1903

  The United Kingdom, Germany, and Italy reach a settlement with Venezuela in Washington, ending the naval blockade imposed since 1902.

• Edward VII Proclaimed Emperor of India 1903

  Edward VII is proclaimed as the first Emperor of India, marking a significant change in British imperial governance.

• Battle of Kousséri 1900

  French forces defeated Warlord Rabih az-Zubayr, securing French control over Chad.

• Russian Invasion of Manchuria 1900

  The Russian Empire invaded the Chinese province of Manchuria, escalating tensions in East Asia.

• Escalation of the Boxer Rebellion in China 1900

  The Boxer Rebellion escalated with attacks on Chinese and European civilians, leading to international intervention.

• Balangiga Massacre 1901

  Filipino guerrillas kill more than forty United States soldiers in a surprise attack.

• William McKinley Assassination 1901

  American anarchist Leon Czolgosz shoots U.