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Period: 1000 to
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1066
Battle of Hastings
Duke William and King Harold fought each other to decide who would become king of England. After King Harold's defeat, Duke William becomes King and is named William the conqueror. -
1215
King John signs the Magna Carta
King John signed the Magna Carta in order ensure that everyone is under the law including the king. The Magna Carta was created because the Nobles of England felt like King John was too controlling -
England establishes colonies that become the USA
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Britain dominates parts of China
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Britain takes control of India
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Britain controls large sections of Africa
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Britain helps win World War 1
Britain joined the war when Germany decides to attack France through Belgium. Britain and Belgium before the war had a treaty to support one another when attacked, so when Belgium was under attack Britain stepped in and declared war with Germany. -
Britain helps win World War 2
When World War 2 started, Britain and allies declared war on the Germans after Germany invaded Poland.Together with other countries the Britain and allies won -
Britain helps win the Cold War
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Britain helps win the first Gulf War
