Pax Britannica

[bri-tan-i-kuh] /brɪˈtæn ɪ kə/

noun

a peace imposed by Great Britain upon hostile nations, especially in the 19th century.

Origin of Pax Britannica

1895-1900

1895-1900; < Latin: British peace

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For the first time in its history, India was firmly united under one rule—the rule of the Pax Britannica.

The New World of Islam Lothrop Stoddard
Pax Britannica has been one of the greatest boons that the West has conferred upon the East.

India, Its Life and Thought John P. Jones
The ægis of the Pax Britannica—if you will pardon the expression—was over me.

Certain Personal Matters H. G. Wells
But this stupendous conflict shows that the "Pax Britannica" has not succeeded in averting wars.

War Letters of a Public-School Boy Paul Jones.
Reader: Then you will contend that the Pax Britannica is a useless encumbrance?

Indian Home Rule M. K. Gandhi

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