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The Konbaung Dynasty and the Loss of Independence

King Mindon (r. 1853–1878)
1. Reformer who modernized the army, encouraged trade, and established Mandalay as the royal capital.
Modernization Efforts
1. Built roads, introduced a new currency, and sent missions to Europe to modernize Burma’s economy and administration.
King Thibaw (r. 1878–1885)
1. Young and inexperienced ruler facing internal divisions and growing British pressure.
British Ambitions
1. Britain wanted access to Burmese teak, oil, and trade routes into China.
Reasons for Loss of Independence
1. Political instability, weak leadership, and economic rivalry with British India led to colonization.

Definition

Mandalay

Final royal capital of independent Burma, founded by King Mindon.

Definition

Konbaung Dynasty

Last Burmese royal dynasty (1752–1885).

Case study

Kings Mindon and Thibaw

King Mindon’s Rule (1853–1878)

Encouraged industrial and educational reforms to resist colonization.
Reformed the tax system and built Buddhist monasteries to preserve religion.
Tried to maintain neutrality between Britain and France.
Founded Mandalay Palace as a symbol of national unity.
Died before reforms could protect Burma from foreign threats.

King Thibaw’s Reign (1878–1885)

Ascended the throne at a young age; manipulated by the royal court and queen Supayalat.
Distrusted by British officials who viewed him as anti-foreign.
British accused his court of signing trade deals with France.
Defeated in the Third Anglo–Burmese War (1885); exiled to India.
Marked the end of Burmese monarchy and full British annexation.

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The Konbaung Dynasty and the Loss of Independence

King Mindon (r. 1853–1878)
1. Reformer who modernized the army, encouraged trade, and established Mandalay as the royal capital.
Modernization Efforts
1. Built roads, introduced a new currency, and sent missions to Europe to modernize Burma’s economy and administration.
King Thibaw (r. 1878–1885)
1. Young and inexperienced ruler facing internal divisions and growing British pressure.
British Ambitions
1. Britain wanted access to Burmese teak, oil, and trade routes into China.
Reasons for Loss of Independence
1. Political instability, weak leadership, and economic rivalry with British India led to colonization.

Definition

Mandalay

Final royal capital of independent Burma, founded by King Mindon.

Definition

Konbaung Dynasty

Last Burmese royal dynasty (1752–1885).

Case study

Kings Mindon and Thibaw

King Mindon’s Rule (1853–1878)

Encouraged industrial and educational reforms to resist colonization.
Reformed the tax system and built Buddhist monasteries to preserve religion.
Tried to maintain neutrality between Britain and France.
Founded Mandalay Palace as a symbol of national unity.
Died before reforms could protect Burma from foreign threats.

King Thibaw’s Reign (1878–1885)

Ascended the throne at a young age; manipulated by the royal court and queen Supayalat.
Distrusted by British officials who viewed him as anti-foreign.
British accused his court of signing trade deals with France.
Defeated in the Third Anglo–Burmese War (1885); exiled to India.
Marked the end of Burmese monarchy and full British annexation.

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Paper 1 - Rights and Protest6 subtopics

Paper 1 - Conflict and Intervention6 subtopics

Paper 2 - Independence Movements5 subtopics

Paper 2 - Emergence and Development of Democratic States5 subtopics

Paper 2 - Authoritarian States7 subtopics

Paper 2 - Causes and Effects of 20th Century Wars4 subtopics

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Paper 3 - History of Europe18 subtopics

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Paper 3 - History of Asia and Oceania18 subtopics

IB History Burma Notes

The Konbaung Dynasty and the Loss of Independence

Kings Mindon and Thibaw

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The Konbaung Dynasty and the Loss of Independence

Kings Mindon and Thibaw

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Paper 1 - The Move to Global War6 subtopics

Paper 1 - Rights and Protest6 subtopics

Paper 1 - Conflict and Intervention6 subtopics

Paper 2 - Independence Movements5 subtopics

Paper 2 - Emergence and Development of Democratic States5 subtopics

Paper 2 - Authoritarian States7 subtopics

Paper 2 - Causes and Effects of 20th Century Wars4 subtopics

Paper 2 - The Cold War: Superpower Tensions and Rivalries4 subtopics

Paper 3 - History of Europe18 subtopics

Paper 3 - History of the Americas18 subtopics

Paper 3 - History of Asia and Oceania18 subtopics