Egypt becomes British protectorate. This gave them improved sea-passage to India, which helped transport Indian Soldiers and boost the economy.
Gilbert and Ellice islands annexed by British troops. Britain was expanding their colonies and taking part in imperialism.
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British troops drive Germans out of Kenya. This is an example of fighting in British colonies, and the animosity between German and British colonies.
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The British capture Baghdad from the Ottoman Empire. This shows that the Ottoman Empire was crumbling and losing control.
British troops take Palestine and Syria. The British were intent on expanding their empire, especially at the cost of the Ottomans.
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Britain and France gain mandates over German colonies in Africa and Ottoman lands in the Middle East. Amristar massacre in India; Arab rebellion in Egypt; IRA formed.