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Annexation

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

Definition

Annexation is the act of incorporating one territory into another larger political entity. It typically involves taking control of a smaller region by a more powerful state.