IB History Topic Independent Pacific Island States Revision Notes (HL)

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Reasons for Decolonization and Indigenous Nationalism

The push for independence was driven by changing global attitudes, rising local nationalism and the declining influence of colonial powers.
The Second World War weakened European colonial authority in the Pacific.
Indigenous leaders demanded political representation after wartime service.
Global decolonization movements increased local confidence in self-rule.
Economic inequality under colonial rule fueled political activism.
The United Nations encouraged decolonization through moral pressure and monitoring.

Case study

Decolonization of Western Samoa (1962)

Causes and Context

Longstanding resistance movements strengthened Samoan identity.
New Zealand faced increasing international criticism over colonial rule.
The Mau movement emphasized peaceful protest and self-determination.
Cultural pride motivated Samoan demands for sovereignty.
The UN pushed for constitutional progress toward independence.

Outcomes and Legacy

Western Samoa became the first Pacific Island state to achieve independence.
A new constitution blended local traditions with democratic institutions.
Samoa’s independence inspired regional momentum for self-rule.
New Zealand maintained cooperative relations after withdrawal.
Samoa became a leading Pacific voice in regional affairs.

Definition

Self-determination

Principle that nations should have the right to govern themselves, ignored in China’s case.

Definition

Nationalism:

A political ideology emphasizing loyalty and devotion to one’s nation, often seeking self-determination, unity, and independence from foreign control.

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Reasons for Decolonization and Indigenous Nationalism

The push for independence was driven by changing global attitudes, rising local nationalism and the declining influence of colonial powers.
The Second World War weakened European colonial authority in the Pacific.
Indigenous leaders demanded political representation after wartime service.
Global decolonization movements increased local confidence in self-rule.
Economic inequality under colonial rule fueled political activism.
The United Nations encouraged decolonization through moral pressure and monitoring.

Case study

Decolonization of Western Samoa (1962)

Causes and Context

Longstanding resistance movements strengthened Samoan identity.
New Zealand faced increasing international criticism over colonial rule.
The Mau movement emphasized peaceful protest and self-determination.
Cultural pride motivated Samoan demands for sovereignty.
The UN pushed for constitutional progress toward independence.

Outcomes and Legacy

Western Samoa became the first Pacific Island state to achieve independence.
A new constitution blended local traditions with democratic institutions.
Samoa’s independence inspired regional momentum for self-rule.
New Zealand maintained cooperative relations after withdrawal.
Samoa became a leading Pacific voice in regional affairs.

Definition

Self-determination

Principle that nations should have the right to govern themselves, ignored in China’s case.

Definition

Nationalism:

A political ideology emphasizing loyalty and devotion to one’s nation, often seeking self-determination, unity, and independence from foreign control.

Definition

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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

IB History Independent Pacific Island States Notes

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

Reasons for Decolonization and Indigenous Nationalism

Decolonization of Western Samoa (1962)

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Reasons for Decolonization and Indigenous Nationalism

Decolonization of Western Samoa (1962)

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