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Chapter 527 - Chapter 261: Colonial Exchange (Part 2)

From 1878 to 1880, the British Empire was undoubtedly the busiest country in the world.

First, the United Kingdom intervened with a strong stance in the Russo-Turkish War, ensuring the safety of Constantinople and the stability of the straits.

Then, the United Kingdom successively launched the Anglo-Afghan War and the Zulu War, continuously expanding its colonial scope, which was quite rewarding.

However, it was these continuous wars that put a strain on the UK's finances, forcing it to raise income taxes on the bourgeoisie.

This caused the British Government to instantly lose the support of the bourgeoisie. The once highly popular Prime Minister, Disraeli, was condemned for his aggressive foreign policy and eventually lost the new round of Cabinet elections.

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