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by Im Alec has abandoned this account on July 11th, 2009
We can't run our own country very well. Leaving aside the morality of it (none), the idea that we could walk in and solve other people's problems is incredibly arrogant.
While it had its good points, the British Empire was basically exploitative and only survived as long as technology was able to keep the governed population "in their place".
by Wide Awake @ has closing date woo hoo on June 17th, 2009
Hmm, not many countries want to go from independence back to being colonies. Not a good idea.
by Anonymous on April 26th, 2010
Britian is speck on the map who only rose to greatness by exploiting other countries. It is id deep shit because it can no longer rape pillage and plunder the wealth of other nations. Of course the Brits want to resetablish the Empire - and 'of course' it would be for the benifit of teh assorted wogs who cannot do things as good as the British can!
by Jadey - Vive la difference on July 11th, 2009
I think that would be a mistake...
There are arguments that the reason for the conflicts across the world now, particuarly in ex-British colonies, is partially the fault of Britain. Britain created borders where natural borders did not exist (leading to conflict between people who had previously kept well away from each other); Britain (and other colonial powers) created conflict between tribes where conflict did not exist; it also greatly exacerbated existing conflict between tribes which has continued to this day. You cannot make historical tensions disappear by intervening force. Our previous poor management of these countries, and out continued abuse has added to the problems in the first place.
The states Britain would colonise again would not want to be colonised - the fact is, many of them are already resisting British attempts to intervene in tiny ways so why would they give up total control? It would actually lead to more war and conflict, it is just that now, there would be a third party involved. Us.
..... Plus, it would never be allowed by the United Nations and International Community anyway, and we would be marched out of those countries faster than you can blink.
by Anonymous on June 20th, 2009
I think it would be a great idea. Imperialism was necessary. Look at the economies of the nations. Britain would benefit from controlling the african diamonds,etc. and the african nations would gain the british governmental system and bring stability to their nations.
by RC loves ice cream on July 11th, 2009
I wasn't aware that the UK was doing so fantastically well these days. So.... thanks but no thanks - we'll stay independent. You can keep your Gordon Brown to yourselves :D
by Frederik on June 20th, 2009
The best that could happen to African countries would be again under British rule and control.
So the idea is for me nothing but fascinating.
Probably the next Prime Minister will start with the idea.
by Frederik on May 16th, 2010
I am convinced that Britain will reestablish its lost Empire much bigger and more powerful as it ever was.
The world will be grateful and all British believe firmly that they will have their complete Empire back in the next few weeks or months.
It will be interesting how Britain will tackle this idea.
Perhaps even the USA become a British colony again.
by Theologianornot on August 17th, 2010
The British Empire once spaned a quarter of the worlds surface and population, not to mention having almost total control of the seas. However, it came at a price. We required total control over Indian trade routs and also meant that we had to have taxes at a high rate at home (which were significantly higher than they were abroad). Therefore, I belive that we would not be able to sustain such a vast empire.
by Troyy_B on March 20th, 2011
I think it would be a really good idea to bring back the British empire put first we would have to get rid of the lying fucking government and in its place bring in a new council. after sorting out Britain's own problems it could move on to take control of the world and places like Libya and its people. would not be in this position right now if the British empire ruled because every one would be equal no more poverty in the less stable country's more jobs and better trade. These are just a few of the good things that would benefit the world if the British empire ruled
by Frederik on June 20th, 2009
I am sure that India would be more than glad being again under British rule.
As well I think the rest of te former countries would be grateful if they could be again in the British Comminwealth.
I think this would be rather good idea and help the world to get over mostof the actual problems.
I personally would back and welcome a re-institution of the British Commonwealth because the whole world is missing this institution over more than 50 years.
Yes, it really would be helpful.
by Frederik on July 11th, 2009
I think the re-establisment of the British Empire would be the real good solution for most problems in the world.
Great Britain should get back its colonies.
I am really backing this kind of solution.
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