Conquests
Definition
Conquests refer to the act of gaining control over a territory or people through military force.
Analogy
Think of conquests like a game of chess. Each player is trying to strategically move their pieces (military forces) to capture the opponent's king (territory or people). The player who successfully captures the king has made a successful conquest.
Related terms
Imperialism: This refers to a policy or ideology by which a nation extends its power and influence over other countries, either by force or by establishing economic and political dominance.
Colonialism: This is the practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country, occupying it with settlers, and exploiting it economically.
Annexation: This is the administrative action and concept in international law relating to the forcible acquisition of one state's territory by another state.
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