The British Empire at its Peak 1920 Map

The Zenith of Global Power

This map illustrates the British Empire around 1920, representing its maximum historical extent. Following World War I and the acquisition of League of Nations mandates, the empire controlled approximately 25% of the Earth's land surface. This immense geographical spread gave rise to the famous phrase depicted on the map: 'The Empire on which the sun never sets'.

Territories and Dominions

Following traditional cartography, all British territories are marked in red or pink. The map differentiates between various political statuses, showing self-governing Dominions like Canada, Australia, and South Africa, alongside vast colonies and protectorates. Major territories like India, Egypt, Nigeria, and Malaya are clearly labeled, visualizing the scale of Britain's imperial reach during the interwar period.

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