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mar 1, 1866 - Transatlantic telegraph cable

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The transatlantic telegraph cable (completed in 1866) connected Europe and North America, allowing for fast communication. By 1891, this network helped imperial powers control and manage their colonies more efficiently, improve military coordination, and boost trade, making imperialism easier to maintain.

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Empire and the emergence of world powers 1870-1919

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