Glossary
Boxer Protocol
The agreement signed in 1901 after the Boxer Rebellion, which imposed a large indemnity on China and further opened it to foreign influence.
Example:
Following their defeat, China was forced to sign the Boxer Protocol, which included significant reparations and allowed foreign troops to be stationed in Beijing.
Boxer Rebellion
An anti-foreign, anti-Christian uprising in China from 1899-1901, led by a secret society known as the Boxers, aiming to expel foreign influence.
Example:
The Boxer Rebellion saw Chinese martial artists attempt to drive out European powers, leading to a multinational military intervention.
Sepoy Mutiny
A major uprising against British rule in India in 1857, initiated by Indian soldiers (sepoys) in the British East India Company army.
Example:
The Sepoy Mutiny, sparked by grievances including new rifle cartridges rumored to be greased with animal fat, led to direct British Crown rule over India.
Zulu resistance
The organized opposition by the Zulu Kingdom in Southern Africa against British expansion and colonial rule during the late 19th century.
Example:
Despite their initial victory at Isandlwana, the Zulu resistance ultimately succumbed to the technologically superior British forces.