Africa: Giant Buys a Lamb Nov 9, 2009
Is it our fault that their British Empire collapsed. For 100 years, they made African pupils to be singing, "The sun shall never set on the British Empire!" while they were busy carting off African cocoa, cotton, groundnuts, hides and skins, oil and bambara nuts. (allAfrica.com)
Beauty and tragedy in global network of war graves Nov 9, 2009
It is the British empire of the dead. Scattered across 150 countries and managed from a modest office building near London's Heathrow Airport, a global patchwork of graveyards constitutes a beautiful memorial to the ugliest carnage: the 1. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
The Wall Fell, and Freedom Sang Nov 9, 2009
By the end of the 1940s, Great Britain had lost most of its economic vigor and international prestige, and the powerful British Empire had passed into history. Famous British brand-names, such as Jaguar, became international jokes. (Human Events Online)
* World News Quick Take Nov 8, 2009
William Lloyd Williams, 49, went to Buckingham Palace in London to receive his Member of the Order of the British Empire medal for services to the meat industry. The butcher shed his hat for the ceremony but couldnt bear to be without a ballpoint pen. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
11 Things: Why football hasn't become a world sport Nov 6, 2009
Before McDonald's and Coca-Cola, there was the British Empire. Rugby thus retains a strong foothold in countries within the British sphere of influence, where football is seen as a perversion of the sport (though Canada and Australia also have their homegrown derivations). (San Francisco Chronicle)
Schumpeter: Food fight Nov 6, 2009
Cadbury is worshipped wherever the British empire held sway (the company commands 70% of the chocolate market in India, for example) and a lot of other places besides (notably Brazil and Mexico). It also has an unrivalled distribution system among small shops in India and parts of Africa. (The Economist)
YALE NEWS: Alfred Brendel Lectures and Gives Master Class at Yale Nov 3, 2009
In 1989 he was appointed an honorary knight commander of the British empire by Queen Elizabeth II for outstanding services to music in Britain, where he has made his home since 1972. Link: Yale School of Music. (AbsoluteArts.com)
Bogans seem to have more fun at the Melbourne Cup Nov 2, 2009
Instead of dismissing this as the last gasp of British empire, the local equivalents of Trinny and Susannah think we too should introduce a colour bar, at least for fake tans, to keep the races special for all the nice people tutting about the badly dressed bogans. I'm not the best-dressed girl in any room either. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Delta residents know what's best for the Delta: No canal Nov 1, 2009
I would expect them to write down the obvious - state can leave if they want to - heck the states just left the British empire. I doubt the founders intended to replace one tyranny with another. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Imperialism and the birth of the UN Nov 1, 2009
We have humanitarian interventionists who are rather reminiscent of Zimmern and Smuts and who believe in the emancipation of the human spirit, if necessary through the agency of the United States this time, not the British Empire. I wanted to show that there s a history to this way of thinking, a history that might give you pause. (Boston Globe)
End of America Oct 30, 2009
When it comes to human civilization, entropy conquers all: Rome fell, the Aztecs were conquered, the British Empire withered, and the Soviet Union cracked apart. America may be exceptional, but it's not supernatural. (Slate)
History: Ghost of Udham Singh Oct 29, 2009
Resistance to the Raj had literally reached the epicentre of the British empire. Two worlds had collided. (India Times)
Indian doctor world's first plastic surgeon? Oct 29, 2009
The Games, the biggest multi-sport event to be staged in India since the Asian Games in 1982, will feature 71 nations and territories from the former British empire and is expected to draw 6,000 athletes. "This is an incredible opportunity for us to tell the international community from Commonwealth nations that India had a very advanced civilisation," Iyer, an electronics scientist, told AFP.. (India Times, India)
* Queen rocker revives 3D history Oct 26, 2009
The Complete History of the Universe, a Commander of the Order of the British Empire, the co-creator of hit rock theatrical We Will Rock You and the chancellor of Liverpool John Moores University. Accustomed to playing giant stadiums, May was equally at home in a country barn presenting his work to the villagers. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
With much to lose and little to win, let's get out of Afghanistan now Oct 24, 2009
Example: The Sun Never Sets on the British Empire" ....well, it did. Now, its our turn. ". wtf wrote on Oct 20, 2009 10:27 AM:" Gator, your arguments are the ***exact*** same ones used to invade Iraq which were proven to be based on lies.Get our troops out NOW! ". (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Top Article: Big Games Hunting Oct 22, 2009
From 'Empire Games' which began as a celebration of empire sport in 1930, the Games were christened the 'British Empire and Commonwealth Games' in 1954, with a series of former colonies winning independence in the 1930s and 1940s. Finally, with empire firmly a thing of the past by the 1970s, the name changed to 'Commonwealth Games. (India Times, India)
No beds from Graythwaite sale Oct 21, 2009
In a Supreme Court ruling last year Justice William Windeyer said selling the property and putting the proceeds towards a rehabilitation facility was in keeping with Sir Thomas's request that it be kept '' a convalescent home in perpetuity for distressed subjects of the British empire. Join the conversation. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Commonwealth Games Fed rejects Indian demands Oct 16, 2009
" India had hoped the event - from Oct. 3-14 next year and featuring 71 nations and territories of the old British empire _ would enhance its credentials to bid on even bigger events, maybe even the Olympics. But the slow pace of preparations and several lapsed deadlines have sparked fears that the event will descend into chaos and embarrass India, with the CGF voicing serious concerns. Hooper responded to Kalmadi's comments by saying they were "very, very disappointing. " "It seems to be a... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Kashmir projects stir old border tensions Oct 16, 2009
These stem in part from the 1962 war but, more fundamentally, from demarcations made during the British empire that India recognises but China does not. Another factor in recent tensions, analysts said, was the Dalai Lama, the exiled Tibetan spiritual leader living in northern India. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
By the Numbers: Barbara Taylor Bradford Oct 15, 2009
10/10/2007: Date she received an OBE (The Order of the British Empire) from for her services to literature. Posted. (USA Today -- Life)
More Troops To Afghanistan Not In Doubt Oct 15, 2009
Alexander the Great (330 BC) Genghis Khan (1211) British Empire from India (1838 and 1878) Soviet Union (1979) United States (2001). Do you think there is a lesson here. (CBS News)
* Age proves no barrier at Masters Games Oct 14, 2009
Morrow won another gold in the same pool at the British Empire Games 70 years ago. PHOTO: EPA. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
How the Irish rose above Australia's social apartheid Oct 14, 2009
It means "them', not "us", where "they" hold sway and "we" are the perceived low-life. "Anglo-Celtic" has become a glib collective term for non-indigenous Old Australia a polite way of saying White Australia before the wogs. But it is an insidious distortion of our past and a galling denial of the struggle by an earlier minority group in Australia against oppression and demonisation. From the First Fleet to the 1960s, Irish Catholics were a discriminated-against underclass, openly barred... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
One year to go, Delhi warned over Commonwealth Games Oct 13, 2009
The Commonwealth Games, the biggest multi-sport event to be staged in India since the Asian Games in 1982, will feature 71 nations and territories mainly from the former British empire. India, which has enjoyed a decade of rapid economic growth, hopes the event will promote a modern image of the country, though about one in four of its 1. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Top 10 Free Attractions in London Oct 13, 2009
Once the center of the British Empire, London remains the largest city in and is home to an incredibly diverse population, as well as countless historical and cultural gems. One of London. (ABC News)
Commonwealth Games chief warns India against delay Oct 13, 2009
" onclick="Next();" src="/images/butt_next. " Fennell highlighted problem areas ranging from ticketing to accommodation, transport, accreditation and logistics, and said the federation would set up an special independent review panel to oversee Delhi's progress. "The organising committee knows of its own deficiencies and Mr Kalmadi (its head) is committed to achieving a great Games for India," Fennell said. "I have no doubt these Games can still be great. (Channelnewsasia.com)
LETTER: Enemies and friends see how we are divided Oct 8, 2009
Socialism didn't change this country from a fledgling colonial outpost of the British empire into a world power, real liberalism (John Locke, Adam Smith ideology)did. The possibility of the U.S. becoming Fascist state is about as likely as it becoming a Communist state (and even less so with the current admin). (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
A long way back in time Oct 8, 2009
But then, muzzle-loaders were on their way out, and this became apparent at a famous competitive target match in 1874 in Creedmoor, N.Y., between Ireland, which had just won all the matches in the British Empire, and an amateur team from New York, representing the U.S.. The Irish team challenged the U.S. contingent to use U.S.-made weaponry. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Good spots, bad reputation Oct 7, 2009
Founded when the British Empire partitioned the subcontinent in 1947 (forming India, Pakistan and East Pakistan, which would become Bangladesh in 1976), this Islamic nation is technically one of the world's youngest countries. But its history and heritage go back thousands of years. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Booker Prize Winner Hilary Mantel Oct 7, 2009
Was awarded the commander level of the Order of the British Empire in 2006. Had 10/11 odds from British bookmaker William Hill to win the Booker Prize, the shortest ever given to an eligible author. (Time.com)
The Generals' War Oct 6, 2009
Location: AR Reply # 1 Date: Oct 6, 2009 - 3:52 AM EST The British Empire. More and more, the USA is looking like Great Britain in 1947/48. (Townhall.com)
Jamaica Cops Detain Man In Death Of British Consul Oct 4, 2009
He received a Member of the Order of the British Empire award in 1992 from Queen Elizabeth II.. Copyright 2009 The Associated Press. (CBS News -- World)
India behind schedule for 2010 Commonwealth Games Oct 3, 2009
India had hoped the event that is to feature 71 nations and territories of the old British empire from Oct. 3-14 next year would burnish its international image and smooth the way for bids on more prestigious competitions, maybe even the Olympics. But the slow pace of preparations and repeated missed deadlines have sparked fears that even this midlevel event will descend into a chaos that will deeply embarrass India. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
C'wealth Games chief Friday warned India on preparations Oct 2, 2009
India had hoped the event - from Oct. 3-14 next year and featuring 71 nations and territories of the old British empire - would enhance its international image and smooth the way for bids on more prestigious competitions, maybe even the Olympics. Fennell said the committee must hire experienced groups to assist in almost all facets of the games. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Sunset of Empire Oct 1, 2009
But the converse was also true: the dismantling of the British Empire wasn't a linear process involving a manageable and steady decline in its military and economic power; instead it had a haphazard muddling through quality ... Indeed, Prime Minister Winston Churchill who had led his nation into an impressive military victory in World War II, confident that the defeat of Nazi Germany would help save the British Empire, failed to recognize that the enormous military and economic costs of the war... (The American Conservative)
HSBC bids farewell to dollar supremacy... Sep 25, 2009
England did this after 1944, now the Sun has set on the British Empire. Don Cordell on September 25, 2009 at 08:30 AM. (The Drudge Report)
Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos... Sep 23, 2009
Her mother comes home after an archaeological dig bringing with her the Heart of Egypt, a gem bearing a curse that could topple the entire British Empire. Can Theodosia put a stop to it. (Suite101.com)
India's China Panic: Seeing a 'Red Peril' on Land and Sea Sep 20, 2009
Beijing refuses to acknowledge the de facto border demarcated by the British empire and claims almost the entirety of the northeastern Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh as part of its own territory. Indian strategic analysts believe Beijing's stance has hardened in recent years, perhaps as a consequence of its increasing economic and military edge over India as well as growing Chinese influence in smaller South Asian countries like Nepal and Bangladesh. (Time.com)
Malta: 'One bright flame in the darkness' Sep 20, 2009
In 1800, Malta voluntarily became part of the British Empire. It was a stepping stone to the Suez Canal. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
The literary lion who hated us, and why we love him anyway Sep 20, 2009
The man whose own fortune was so closely tied to the burgeoning British empire, who roared in defense of the establishment even while charting his own enterprising course, may well have noticed a touch of himself in those ambitious rebels 3,000 miles away. In celebration of Johnson s birthday, Harvard s Houghton Library is exhibiting some of its collection - including Johnson s only surviving letter to his wife - through November. (Boston Globe)
FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS / Agatha Christie: Queen of Crime Sep 16, 2009
In 1971- 93 books, more than 100 short stories, and 17 plays later Agatha Christie was appointed a dame of the British Empire. Her detective novels featuring Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple also earned her the title of Queen of Crime. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
British Think-Tank: U.S. Power Fading Sep 16, 2009
The Sun Never Sets on the British Empire -- god doesn't trust a Brit in the dark. by Ms_enza September 15, 2009 11:43 AM EDT. (CBS News -- World)
Riding the digital express Sep 16, 2009
This "Digital Express" is the most important infrastructure investment in eastern Africa since the construction of the Uganda Railway which integrate colonial east Africa into the British Empire. Unlike the railway, dubbed the "Lunatic Express" by its critics, the Seacom network will integrate the region with the rest of the world and provide a crucial gateway to the global knowledge economy. (BBC News -- Technology)
Delays may jeopardise 2010 Games, warns head of CGF Sep 15, 2009
They feature 71 nations and territories that comprise or were linked to the old British empire. AP. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
A Conversation with Savile Row Tailor Richard Anderson Sep 12, 2009
He recalls tailors who had been at Huntsman for 30 to 40 years, including one who was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire for his work for the Queen. Anderson was fascinated by the fact that each tailor had a specific role, affixing either collars or sleeves or doing nothing but cut trousers. (BusinessWeek)
Obama Honors 9/11 Victims, Those Who Serve Sep 12, 2009
Strategic rivalry and conflict between the British Empire and the Russian Empire for supremacy in Central Asia](http://en. wikipedia. (CBS News)
Bernie Kerik: The Trial of an American Hero Sep 9, 2009
Throughout his police career, Kerik bagged more than 100 awards, including one of the police department s highest awards, the Medal of Valor, a commendation from President Reagan himself, and an honorary appointment as commander of the British Empire from Queen Elizabeth II. Though the narcotics detective episode alone could have sufficed as a sensational Hollywood screenplay, destiny would offer the young cop even greater drama. In 1993, a former federal prosecutor, Rudy Giuliani, tapped Kerik... (Newsmax)
German Science advisor recommends global CO2 budget for every man, woman and child... Sep 9, 2009
In 2004, Queen Elizabeth II awarded him the title "Commander of the Order of the British Empire" (CBE) for his work. RELATED SPIEGEL ONLINE LINKS. (The Drudge Report)
Patience a hard pill to swallow regarding Afghanistan Sep 9, 2009
The British Empire failed, the French failed, and America is failing and will fail. The moment we pull out of Iraq, we will have failed. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Gates: Now is No Time to Leave Afghanistan Sep 4, 2009
WASHINGTON, September 3, 2009. Defense Secretary Rejects Argument That U.S. Should Pull Out of Country; Says Obama Administration Effort Only Beginning. (CBS News)
Why wasnt Hitler stopped? Sep 2, 2009
The Third Reich, he says, is prepared to guarantee the existence of the British Empire and come to the aid of the British wherever such help is needed. In return, Hitler wants London to accept the invasion of Poland. (Harper's Magazine)
Stocks Tumble on Fresh Bank Worries Sep 2, 2009
Lets see, there was the British Empire and than trhe American Empire and now we will have the Chinese Empire. by G-I_Jesus September 1, 2009 6:00 PM EDT. (CBS News)
Shock of the new deserves a replay Sep 1, 2009
Elgar had long suffered from the adoption of his tunes as jingoistic anthems of the British Empire. I'm not sure if Rod Stewart was equally horrified by the British navy's use of Sailing, or if Bruce Springsteen was horrified at how Born in the USA was subsequently used, but all are good examples of how easily a composer's creation can be recontextualised in unintended ways. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
50 fun facts about Hawaii as 50th star hits 50 Aug 31, 2009
Hawaii's is the only one, although unlike most of the mainland, it was never part of the British Empire. King Kamehameha I commissioned the flag, ostensibly to reflect his friendship with the British - or his desire for protection by them. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Amanpour unveils new show Aug 30, 2009
In 2007, Amanpour was made a Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE) by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II for her "highly distinguished, innovative contribution" to the field of journalism. Share this on. (CNN -- International)
Tracing the origins of an ‘ancient’ pastime Aug 30, 2009
No doubt, there are mighty serious cricket fans in these countries, but the game of cricket originated in England, taking something like its current form in the mid- to late 1700s and was spread to many parts of the British Empire over the next 150 years or so. It came to the Indian subcontinent in much the same way baseball came to Japan and Korea. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Will UGAs Samuel become a star? Aug 29, 2009
RambleOn when did you become a Knight of the British Empire. Jolly good show there dude. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
This land is whose land? (1448) Aug 26, 2009
doctordcoq wrote on Aug 24, 2009 11:37 PM:not the louisiana purchase- in those days the Oregon Country was part of the British Empire until they voted by stepping over a log at what is now Champoig(sp)state park. check the Oregon Blue Book. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Everybody's Lying to You Aug 23, 2009
Even nations are not too big to fail, as demonstrated by the fall of Rome and the decline of the British Empire. What do exist are institutions so globally intertwined that their failures would cause side effects that would be simply unpalatable to business leaders and elected officials alike. (MSNBC -- Business)
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"The revolution had bankrupted the country. There were a lot of other powers in Europe vying for control, there was the old Austrian Empire which was cutting into French territory in the south, obviously the British empire which was incredibly well established, with the British navy ruling the seas. Not to mention the Russians and Prussians and everyone else...". The team also decided that the famous Frenchman deserved to be the focus of a title, for many reasons. (IGN PC Games)
Genealogists and the Julian Calenda... Aug 23, 2009
American colonies made the switch from the Julian to Gregorian calendar in 1752, when the whole British Empire changed. Sept. 2 was followed by Sept. 1. (Suite101.com)
Pakistani Taliban Choose New Chief Aug 23, 2009
Back in 1776, our forefathers forced the British Empire to respect a ragtag army of citizen soldiers ... Back in 1776, our forefathers forced the British Empire to respect a ragtag army of citizen soldiers. (CBS News)
Hanif Kureishi: Rebel With a Medal Aug 22, 2009
When the Queen made Hanif Kureishi a Commander of the British Empire in 2008, she gave him a medal embossed with the logo: "For God and Empire." "You can't get better than that," the writer quipped at the time. "The only causes are the lost causes or the nonexistent ones.". (Time.com)
Integrity deficit has its price Aug 20, 2009
British law on international finance is well developed on account of the financial hegemony of the British Empire after the fall in 1815 of Napoleon. In time, banks in London, often branches of US banks, started actively trading deposits in other currencies besides dollars as well, as it became possible for them to accept deposits in one currency in one country and lend profitably in another currency in another country. (Asia Times Online)
Surround sounds that ring true blue Aug 19, 2009
This upstart colonial brass band marched off with the British Empire and English championship titles during a year-long tour of Britain. It came home with these 18 double-sided records courtesy of London's Aeolian Company. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
