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Unit 8 – 20th Century Global Conflicts
Topic 8.8
How did colonial empires persist during World War II despite various national movements?
Decolonization happened rapidly after start of WWII.
Colonial powers retained control using military force and strategic alliances.
Many colonies willingly chose to remain under imperial rule due to economic benefits.
Colonial powers convinced colonies they were better off remaining as part of their empire through propaganda campaigns.
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