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World map: Support for remaining a Monarchy with becoming a Republic across the Commonwealth Realms

Recent polling from 15 Commonwealth realms shows huge differences in how people view having King Charles III as head of state. England leads at 76% monarchy support, with Tuvalu second at 73%. Quebec goes 70% for a republic, standing apart from other Canadian provinces. The Bahamas hits 65% republican sentiment, Jamaica 55%. Australia’s Capital Territory is the only part of that country preferring a republic at 59%. Caribbean nations cite colonial history as a major factor in their views.

Comparison of the Mongol and British Empires

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June 27, 2023 Alex

The Greatest Empires in History: The British Empire vs. The Mongol Empire

Delve into the histories of the British and Mongol Empires, the two largest empires in history. Compare their sizes, populations, and durations, and learn why they eventually disintegrated.

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October 30, 2019 Alex

European Colonial Shipping Lanes

British colonial shipping lanes covered vast expanses, connecting the British Isles to North America, the Caribbean, South Asia, and the Pacific. Spanish lanes were primarily transatlantic, centered on the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean. French routes spanned the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific Oceans, reaching North America, the Caribbean, Southeast Asia, and the South Pacific. Dutch shipping lanes had a global reach, including the Indian and Pacific Oceans, with a strong presence in Southeast Asia and the East Indies.

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October 19, 2019 Alex

Maps showing how many years each territory was ruled by the country

The territory of each country is changing through times. Each state in the world has reached its territorial peak, which then ends.

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October 5, 2017 Alex

British Empire at its territorial peak

The British Empire began with England’s overseas settlements and trading posts between the late 16th and early 18th centuries. At its height, it was the largest Empire in history. By 1913 the British Empire covered 35.5 million sq km or 13.7 million sq mi (24% of the planets’ total land area)

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February 18, 2016 Alex

Places named after Queen Victoria

Queen Victoria’s enduring legacy is evident in the numerous place-names around the world that commemorate her. Her reign, marked by significant advancements and expansion, continues to be celebrated and remembered globally.

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February 9, 2016 Alex