An Empire Shrinks-- Part 2: The Sun Never Sets on the British Empire

TIMELINE OF EMPIRE'S DECLINE

1919:  After World War I, the British Empire is arguably at its peak.  With the breakup of the Ottoman Empire, the British gain control of Palestine, Transjordan and Iraq through League of Nations mandates.

1921:  The Anglo-Irish Treaty partitions Ireland and establishes the southern part as the Irish Free State, which has the same constitutional status as Canada.

1930:  Mahatma Gandhi leads the Salt March, a major act of disobedience against the British salt monopoly in India.

1939:  Start of World War II.

1947:  The British partition India and Pakistan and grant both countries independenc1952:  Queen Elizabeth II ascends to the British throne.

More to Come.  --Dacoot