Millennium History

History of Oceania

  • What major countries were involved in World War 1?

    Allied Powers- France- Russian Empire- British Empire- United States- Italy- JapanCentral Powers- Germany- Austria-Hungary- Ottoman Empire

  • What nationality made up the labor force on union pacific railroad track?

    The majority of the labor force on the Union Pacific Railroad track was made up of Chinese immigrants. Around 12,000 Chinese workers were recruited to help construct the Central Pacific Railroad, which was the western portion of the transcontinental railroad. They worked in harsh and dangerous condi

  • Explain the Continental System and why it was a failure?

    Continental system• Napoleon imposed the Continental System (1806-1812) with the hope of crippling the British economy by stopping all commercial dealings.• France and her allies had to refuse admission into their ports of all goods coming from Britain or her colonies • It aimed to destroy Britain’s

  • What effect did evacuation in World War 2 have?

    Evacuation during World War II, particularly in Britain, Canada, and some cities in the United States, had several significant effects:1. Protection of Civilian Populations: - Evacuation aimed to protect vulnerable civilians, especially children, pregnant women, and the elderly, from the dangers o

  • What are some syllogisms in the Declaration of Independence?

    1. All men are created equal (Premise 1).Men are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights (Premise 2).Therefore, the government derives its power from the consent of the governed (Conclusion).This syllogism establishes the foundation of the Declaration of Independence, arguing that s

  • What territories was Japan able to conquer early in World War 2?

    * South-East Asia * The Malay Peninsula * Singapore * Burma * Thailand * Malaya * Borneo * The Philippine Islands* Pacific Theatre * Guam * Wake * Hong Kong * Rabaul * Kavieng * Truk* China * Manchukuo * Inner Mongolia * Northern and Central China* Ind

  • Who where the first europeans to visit japan?

    The Portuguese were the first Europeans to arrive in Japan in 1543, when three Portuguese traders landed on Tanegashima Island in southern Kyushu.

  • How many ships were in the Spanish Armada?

    The Great Armada consisted of nearly 130 vessels comprising some 7,000 crewmen and between 18,000 and 24,000 soldiers.

  • In what ways were women essential to the middle colonies?

    In the Middle Colonies of British America (encompassing present-day New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware), women played versatile roles in contributing to the cultural, social, and economic fabric of the region:1. Agriculture:- While men often cleared the land, women were predominantly i

  • What is a Maori mask made of?

    Maori masks, or Tiki Masks, are traditionally carved from wood, mainly Kauri wood found locally in New Zealand. Other materials might include bone, stone, jade, whalebone, obsidian, shells, animal hide or animal fur and feathers

  • Why did Christopher Columbus think he was in Asia if there were only Indian people?

    Columbus never actually set foot in Asia. When he landed in the Bahamas on October 12th, 1492, he believed he had reached the islands of Asia as described by Marco Polo and other travellers and scholars of the day. He called the natives he encountered “Indians” based on this assumption.

  • For what reasons did Spain come and conquer the Philippines?

    There are several reasons why Spain came to and conquered the Philippines. They include the following:1. Spread of Christianity: One of the primary motivations for Spains conquest of the Philippines was to spread Catholicism and convert the indigenous people to Christianity. The Spanish were driven

  • What month did the pilgrims go to Canterbury?

    The pilgrims did not go to Canterbury in a specific month. The Canterbury Tales is a collection of stories told by a group of pilgrims on a journey to Canterbury Cathedral in England. The month in which the pilgrimage takes place is not mentioned in the text.

  • What is a space cargo bay?

    A space cargo bay is a specialized compartment onboard a spacecraft or space station that is designed for the storage and transportation of cargo. It typically consists of an enclosed and pressurized area or an external platform capable of accommodating various cargo items, such as supplies, equipme

  • Why is transport important in Australia?

    Transport is essential for Australias economy and society. It enables people and goods to move around the country, supporting businesses, industries, and communities. Without an efficient transport system, Australia would not be able to function effectively as a nation.Here are some of the reasons w

  • What was government after World War 2?

    United States* The United States emerged from World War II as the worlds preeminent economic and military power.* The war had a profound impact on the American economy, which boomed in the postwar years.* The federal government played a major role in the economy, through programs such as the GI Bill

  • What were the colonies that took over 13 original colonies?

    No other colonies took over the original 13 colonies that became the United States. The 13 colonies gained their independence from Great Britain in 1783, and they formed a new nation, the United States of America.

  • Why did others support the Jamestown colonists?

    Several groups and individuals supported the Jamestown colonists for different reasons:1. Financial Investors: Many wealthy individuals and companies invested in the Virginia Company of London, which was the primary sponsor of the Jamestown colony. These investors sought profits from the colonys res

  • When was Admiral Yamamoto shot down over the Solomon Islands?

    Admiral Yamamoto was not shot down over the Solomon Islands. He was killed when his aircraft was intercepted and shot down by American P-38 Lightning fighters on April 18, 1943, while he was flying from Rabaul to Bougainville.

  • Did James Cook sign the treaty of waitangi?

    James Cook did not sign the Treaty of Waitangi. The Treaty of Waitangi was signed in 1840 between representatives of the British Crown and various Maori chiefs. James Cook was a British explorer who visited New Zealand in the 18th century, but he did not have the authority to sign treaties on behalf

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