the process by which colonies of the British Empire gradually achieved independence from Britain during the course of the 20th century

a person who wants their country to be politically independent

an act of rising up against rulers or authority

The end of the British Empire in the 20th century

History

 In this unit, students studied how migration patterns changed after WW2, alongside considering the relationship between the UK and the rest of Europe prior to the European Union. In 'Cold War origins: what led to the breakdown of the 'Grand Alliance'?', students will gain an understanding of Britain's position globally in the latter half of the 20th century when they come to study the Cold War.

In 'Migration: in what ways did empire impact migration to and from Britain?', pupils looked at the impact of different groups and major events on migration to and within the British Empire. In this unit, students will study how migration patterns changed after WW2, as well as helping an understanding of the relationship between the UK and the rest of Europe prior to the European Union.

Migration: understanding post-WW2 migrant experiences

Historic or outdated representations of people that may portray inequality or injustice.

Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour

Depiction of war, threats of war, death or the aftermath of war.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

the belief that a nation should have sovereignty over its own affairs

the division of one thing into many different parts

the process by which colonies of European empires achieved independence

the process of gaining control over other countries and their resources

Which of the following is the best definition of decolonisation?

What is the word for a person who wants their country to be politically independent?

The involvement of France and the Soviet Union.

The involvement of the US and the Soviet Union. 

What led to Britain withdrawing from the Suez Canal?

Who won an election in 1951 despite being in prison?

For how long did the Mau Mau Rebellion last?

The independent state of Ghana was formed.

Put the following events in chronological order.

What was the cause of significant migration from Ireland to Britain in the 19th century?

Why did some Indian lascars migrate to Britain in the 19th century?

What negative experiences did some migrants to Britain have to suffer?

In 1290, what group of migrants were expelled from England?

What word means treating people badly because of their ethnicity, religion, political beliefs or identity?

Which colonies did some British citizens migrate to during the 19th and early 20th centuries?

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Adult supervision recommended

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

The end of the British Empire in the 20th century

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.