How were european colonies involved in the war during ww1?

A. Colonial soldiers were purposely kept out of the war

B. Most colonies revolted and broke away from European control

C. Soldiers from colonies around the world fought in the war

D. Colonies didn't have soldiers because it was seen as a threat to European rule

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Mia Waters

4 February, 08:10

How were european colonies involved in the war during ww1?

A. Colonial soldiers were purposely kept out of the war

B. Most colonies revolted and broke away from European control

C. Soldiers from colonies around the world fought in the war

D. Colonies didn't have soldiers because it was seen as a threat to European rule

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Fitzpatrick · Answer 1

Answer is: C. Soldiers from colonies around the world fought in the war.

Colonies became a source of manpower and raw materials. European colonies were not passive, while there was war in Europe, they were actively involved in the fight. For example The French Foreign Legion and King's African Rifles.