1900, Feb. 28, March 3. 2001. The Encyclopedia of World History

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1900, Feb. 28, March 3

A combined Russian, German, and French initiative to bring peace in South Africa was suggested by Muraviev, but Germany rejected the suggestion. The continuation of the Boer War provided opportunities for the Russians to advance their interests in Persia, Afghanistan, and Tibet, and the French in Morocco.	1

March

Russian squadron at Chemulpo, attempting to secure a naval base on the southern coast of Korea.	2

June 13–Aug. 14

BOXER RISING (See 1900) and siege of the Beijing legations. The legations were relieved by an international military force. The events provided the opportunity for 100,000 Russian troops to occupy Manchuria.	3

Oct. 16

Anglo-German Yangzi Agreement provided for maintenance of the “Open Door” in all Chinese territories. Other powers acceded to it.	4

Dec. 14

Franco-Italian Agreement, by which Italy gave France a free hand in Morocco in return for a free hand in Tripoli.	5


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