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How did Thailand remain free from conquest during the 19th century?How did Thailand remain free from conquest during the nineteenth century? King Mongkut and his son King Chulalongkorn promoted Western learning and maintained friendly relations with both France and Great Britain. How did the Dutch apply indirect rule in the Dutch East Indies?
Which country in Southeast Asia was never occupied by any European power?Siam, which had served as a convenient buffer state, sandwiched between British Burma and French Indochina was the only country to avoid direct foreign rule.
What caused Western dominance in Southeast Asia?People wanted to bring Christianity and “civilization” to colonized societies. Rivalries for overseas territories led to Western dominance of Southeast Asia. By 1900 virtually the entire region of Southeast Asia was under Western control.
Why did the British seek colonies and or control in Singapore and Burma?Britain wanted to gain land, & Singapore was a major stopping point for traffic to & from China. Burma had land route through to South China. What prompted Britain to colonize Singapore and Burma? What type of industries were typical for European colonies?
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