History A-Level
Irwin Declaration
What Irwin Declaration means in History A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Irwin Declaration
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
Made in 1929, it promised dominion status and a Round Table Conference, showing both the limits of British control and the potential of negotiated concession.
Topics that use Irwin Declaration
- Changing political relationships, 1920–30 (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
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