Historical Events tagged with "indemnity"
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Boxer Protocol Concludes Conflict in China
The Boxer Protocol was signed by Qing dynasty representatives and foreign powers, marking the end of the Boxer Rebellion. This uprising, which began in 1899, was fueled by anti-foreign sentiment and aimed at expelling foreign influence from China. With the signing of the protocol, China agreed to various punitive measures, including payment of large indemnities and military occupation of certain regions. The agreement symbolized a significant moment in China's relations with foreign powers and set the stage for future interactions.
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Following the conclusion of indemnity payment, the last Imperial German Army troops departed from France. The withdrawal marked an end to the military presence established post-Franco-Prussian War, symbolizing the complete transfer of control back to France. This movement was significant as it restored French sovereignty and concluded the terms settled in the Treaty of Frankfurt.
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