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First Anglo-Burmese War
The first war where the British attacked Burma, and the British won with the help of the Siamese. -
General Bandula's Death
General Bandula was Burma's key asset. His death was a huge setback for the Burma in the war. -
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Second Anglo-Burmese War
The second Anglo Burmese war was a result of Ambassador Lambert provoking the navy to attack. Britain, being victorious, gained more territory after the war. -
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Industrial Revolution
Burma was slow when it came to the industrial revolution. They also need help from Britain. -
Mindon Succeds
Mindon manages to prolong British takeover by ceding the Karenni states, until the devastating war in 1885. -
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Third Anglo-Burmese War
A very quick war which resulted in Britain completely controlling Burma. -
Burma Oil Company
David Cargill who came to Burma to find riches, succeeded when he founded the Burma Oil Company. -
Burma is declared a province
Britain finally obtained the complete counrty of Burma and have declared it a province