HIS283H5 Lecture : lecture
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Use at least 3 sources, one must be from the text and others has to be text from outside. There is a transition in southeast asia from independent states until by the end of the 19th century almost all states, except for thailand, has been under colonial rule. Expansion of their capitalism such as resources, etc. British expansion is going to be justified through protecting its empire in. Trade with china as china has been a great powerful nation, enable trade through overland trade routes, such as burma. Responses on individuals and states were on a spectrum from fierce opposition to people who help colonialism. It provides opportunity but also takes away opportunity. While others were taken through agreement, like singapore. In 19th century, colonial powers are interested in drawing boundaries and establish formalized limits to their control. Early 19th century, when dutch and english spheres are agreed, it is still evident to present borders.