Unit 3: The Commonwealth of Nations (2nde)

 Turning History into Hope

The document under study is an extract from a magazine, published in September 2022. It is about the creation of the Commonwealth and its history.

We have learned that the Commonwealth gradually emerged as the British Empire declined. It all started with Canada, in the late 19^th century, when as a colony, they decided to become a self-governing dominion. Indeed, they wanted more freedom and a more organized system. Other British colonies followed their examples: Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Newfoundland and the Republic of Ireland. In 1926, they finally became equal in statues. In 1931, with the Statue of Westminster, the Commonwealth was formally established.

The roles that Commonwealth plays today are to promote peace and a better future for every country. Moreover, it has a symbolic image in the world for all the Commonwealth countries. On top of that, it can also financially help the economically weak countries.

Homework: Learn the lesson.