Historical Events tagged with "territorial-expansion"
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Japan Declares War on Austria-Hungary
On August 25, 1914, Japan officially declared war on Austria-Hungary. This declaration marked Japan's alignment with the Allies during World War I. Japan sought to expand its influence in Asia and gain territories held by Austria-Hungary, particularly in the Pacific. The event occurred amidst the larger conflict of World War I, as tensions escalated and nations took sides.
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The Treaty of Greenville marked the conclusion of the Northwest Indian War, a conflict between the United States and several Native American tribes over territory in the Ohio Country. Signed by representatives from the U.S. and various tribes, including the Shawnee and Miami, the treaty established boundaries for tribal lands and recognized the U.S. claims to the area acquired after the Revolutionary War. It was crucial in shaping future relations and territorial policies between Native Americans and the federal government.
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