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I. Introduction: Comparing
Java and India A. Profits vs. Territory B. “Men on the spot” II. Example of Dutch in
Java A. Base at Batavia (1619) B. Taking Sides in Local Politics C. Repeating the Pattern III. Example of British in
India A. Similarities to the Dutch Pattern B. Important Differences from the Dutch
Pattern 1. Rivalry with France in India 2. Battle of Plassey 1757 C. Steady Expansions D. Reasons for Territorial Expansion 1. The Issue of National Identity 2. Recruiting Native Soldiers IV. Colonial Society in
Java and India A. Keeping the Existing Social Systems B. Living Conditions C. Issue of Intermarriage V. Attempted Social Reforms?
VI. Conclusions: A New Type
of Empire Key Terms
Dutch East India Company British East India Company Sepoys Battle of Plassey Robert Clive Nawab of Madras, Bombay, Princely States sati
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