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Summary The British colonial rule lasted for over 200 years. During this time, the British extracted vast amounts of wealth from India, while leaving the country’s economy in shambles. The de-industrialization of India, the impoverishment of the peasantry, policy induced famines and the death + displacement of millions of people are all legacies of […]
This article/post is an attempt at a historical account of the UK’s royal family from William the Conqueror to Charles I. It highlights the stories of betrayal, ambition, murder, and power struggles that shaped the monarchy. The video covers several monarchs and notable events, including the Norman Conquest, the War of Roses, the Tudor dynasty, […]
What were the British doing in India? The British arrived in India in the early 17th century, primarily as traders – specifically as the British East India Company who were interested in establishing trade routes and developing profitable business opportunities. Initially, the British East India Company, which was granted a charter by Queen Elizabeth I […]
During the Portuguese rule in India, the Portuguese Inquisition in Goa was a significant event. The Portuguese had a strong presence in India during this time, often referred to as Portuguese India. The Portuguese Inquisition in Goa was a period marked by religious persecution and suppression of non-Catholics in the region. It was a dark chapter in history, where many people faced torture and death for their beliefs. The Portuguese rule in India and the Portuguese Inquisition in Goa left a lasting impact on the region’s cultural and religious landscape.
Summary This post tries to provide a glimpse of the sugar industry’s dark history and the exploitation of enslaved and indentured laborers by European governments – specifically the British, French, Portuguese and the Dutch. It raises important questions about the responsibilities of european corporations and governments’ legacies of historical injustices. The post describes how the […]