Colonialism in Southeast Asia: Cambodia, Burma, and Vietnam

Vocabulary practice flashcards based on Araling Panlipunan 7 covering the colonial history, figures, conflicts, and economic policies of the British and French in Burma, Cambodia, and Vietnam.

Norodom

The Cambodian king who signed the treaty establishing the French protectorate over Cambodia.

Si Votha

The leader who led the 1885 rebellion against French colonial rule in Cambodia.

Resident-General

The French colonial official who held the highest administrative authority in Cambodia.

Agrikultura ng Palay (Rice Agriculture)

The primary agricultural production fostered and expanded in Cambodia during the French colonial era.

Ikatlong Digmaang Anglo-Burmese (Third Anglo-Burmese War)

The third conflict between Britain and Burma that resulted in the deposition of King Thibaw.

Delta ng Irrawady (Irrawaddy Delta)

The Burmese region annexed by the British Empire following the Second Anglo-Burmese War.

Subsistence Economy

The traditional economic system that existed in Vietnam prior to European colonization.

Monopoliya ng Asin, Alak, at Opyo (Monopoly of Salt, Alcohol, and Opium)

The French colonial monopoly over essential consumer goods and commodities established in Vietnam.

British Governor-General

The colonial administrator appointed by Great Britain to govern Burma.

General Council of Burmese Associations (GCBA)

A prominent nationalist organization established by the Burmese during the 20th century.

Rigault de Genouilly

The French military leader who initially seized and occupied Da Nang and Saigon.

Elected Monarchy

The political change imposed by the French on Cambodia's crown, transitioning succession from hereditary to elected.

Saigon

The colonial base associated with French policies that displaced monks from their lands and properties.

Phnom Penh

The city that functioned as the administrative capital and center of French colonial governance in Cambodia.

Mining (Gems, Jade, Oil)

A major extractive industry developed by the British in Burma alongside rice production.