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Which English pirate was associated with Jamaica during the capture of the island from the Spanish in 1655?
Which English pirate was associated with Jamaica during the capture of the island from the Spanish in 1655?
In 1662, how many Negro slaves were estimated to be on Jamaica?
In 1662, how many Negro slaves were estimated to be on Jamaica?
By the year 1775, approximately how many Negro slaves were on Jamaica?
By the year 1775, approximately how many Negro slaves were on Jamaica?
In which year did the Battle of Plassey take place?
In which year did the Battle of Plassey take place?
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Who was the ruler of Bengal during the Battle of Plassey?
Who was the ruler of Bengal during the Battle of Plassey?
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What was the outcome of the Anglo-Sikh Wars (1846-49)?
What was the outcome of the Anglo-Sikh Wars (1846-49)?
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Which policy led to the annexation of Awadh in 1856?
Which policy led to the annexation of Awadh in 1856?
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Who was the British commander known for his victory in the Battle of Plassey (1757)?
Who was the British commander known for his victory in the Battle of Plassey (1757)?
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Which event led to the annexation of Sindh in 1843?
Which event led to the annexation of Sindh in 1843?
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What policy resulted in the annexation of Awadh in 1856?
What policy resulted in the annexation of Awadh in 1856?
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Who was associated with the Anglo-Sikh Wars (1846-49) and the annexation of Punjab?
Who was associated with the Anglo-Sikh Wars (1846-49) and the annexation of Punjab?
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Study Notes
English Pirates and Jamaica
- Henry Morgan was the pirate associated with Jamaica during the capture of the island from the Spanish in 1655.
Slavery in Jamaica
- In 1662, it was estimated that around 4,000 Negro slaves were on Jamaica.
- By 1775, the number of Negro slaves on Jamaica had increased to approximately 200,000.
The Battle of Plassey
- The Battle of Plassey occurred in 1757.
- Sir Robert Clive was the British commander known for his significant victory in this battle.
The Ruler of Bengal
- During the Battle of Plassey, the ruler of Bengal was Siraj ud-Daula.
The Anglo-Sikh Wars
- The Anglo-Sikh Wars (1846-49) resulted in British victory and the annexation of Punjab.
Annexation of Awadh
- The annexation of Awadh in 1856 was a result of the Doctrine of Lapse policy.
- The annexation of Sindh in 1843 was triggered by a military campaign due to the desire for control and establishing order.
Key Figures in Annexation
- Governor-General Lord Dalhousie was associated with the Anglo-Sikh Wars and the annexation of Punjab, strengthening British control in the region.
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Test your knowledge of the Carnatic Wars, Anglo-Indian conflicts, and key events in Indian history such as the Battle of Plassey, Treaty of Allahabad, Annexation of Sindh, Anglo-Sikh Wars, and more.
