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Small Army, Big Empire
- The British Empire, despite its vast size, maintained control with a surprisingly small army, relying heavily on local forces.
- They prioritized profitability, minimizing military expenditure to maximize returns from their colonies.
Super Soldiers
- The British Empire employed various groups as "super soldiers," including Gurkhas known for their kukri knives and Nubians from the West Nile region.
- The Gurkhas' warrior culture was exploited, while Nubian tribes were molded into soldiers after encounters with Arab slavers.
From Slaves to Soldiers
- The British employed former slave soldiers to fight against the slave trade in Africa, then inducted them into their colonial military.
- This practice created a cycle of exploitation, where freed slaves became tools of colonial power.