The Great Game - 3 Minute History

The video explores the geopolitical dynamics between Britain and Russia from the Napoleonic Wars to the early 20th century. It covers the shifting alliances, conflicts, and treaties in Central Asia, including the Crimean War, the Anglo-Afghan Wars, and the influence of the declining Ottoman Empire. The narrative also touches on the impact of the Russian Revolution and World War I, leading to the eventual British withdrawal from India. Key events include the Russian expansion into Central Asia, British diplomatic maneuvers, and the eventual reconciliation between the two empires before the outbreak of World War I.

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