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Colonialism

The policy of a country to rule the conquered in order to use natural resources for its own interests.

Imperialism

Policy or method of a powerful country to expand its influence, control, and power over other countries or regions.

Sphere of Influence

A concept in international relations where a country has dominant influence in a region without direct governance.

Protectorate

A system where a powerful country provides protection to a weaker territory that loses decision-making freedom.

Mercantilism

An economic system aiming to increase state wealth by accumulating precious metals and encouraging a positive trade balance.

Caravel

The first ships used by the Portuguese and Spanish in the 14th to 15th centuries for expeditions.

3G's

Motive of colonialism represented by God, Gold, and Glory.

Ferdinand Magellan

Explorer who sought a route to the Moluccas and demonstrated the world was round.

Van Den Bosch

Governor-general who implemented the Cultivation System in Indonesia in 1830.

Thai Nguyen

Site of a disastrous uprising against the French in Vietnam.

Norodom Sihanouk

King of Cambodia encouraged by the Japanese to declare independence from France.

King Norodom I

Ruler from 1860 to 1904, considered the 'Father of Modern Cambodia'.

Votha

Brother of King Norodom who conspired with the French.

Christopher Columbus

Known as 'The Discoverer of the New World'.

Miguel Lopez de Legazpi

First Spanish Governor of the Philippines and founder of Manila.

Marco Polo

Famous traveler from Venice, known for his accounts of Asia.

Amerigo Vespucci

Italian explorer whose voyages inspired the name of America.

Vasco da Gama

Portuguese navigator known for opening a sea route to India.

Antonio Luna

Brave general recognized as a capable commander of the Philippine army.

BIA (Burma Independence Army)

Group of soldiers allied with the Japanese fighting for Burmese independence.

Greater East Asia Co-Prosperity Sphere

Japanese concept promoting the liberation of Asian countries from Western dominance.