Breaker Morant
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In the film, , Harry Morant uttered the statement: “that is what comes of empire-building. He says this right before his execution. The building of empires was very critical for Europe during the period of industrial growth. The British would sacrifice anybody or anything for the well being of it ....
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.... resources that weren’t found in Europe. Gold and diamond mines were all over South Africa, and Great Britain knew that if they had possession of them that their economy would profit greatly. Also, South Africa had many strategic points for ports to be built. Ships traveling to India and Asia could stop at these ports. It was a perfect place for British ships because it was like a mid-point between the two places in which it was traveling. Ships could also replenish supplies such as food ....
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