1900 Diplomacy & Treaties Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 10 Mar Buganda Agreement formalizes British control over Buganda: On March 10, 1900, the Buganda Agreement was signed, establishing the Kingdom of Buganda as a province within the British Uganda Protectorate. The agreement recognized the Kabaka (king) as the ruler, provided statutory recognition to the Lukiko (council of chiefs), and outlined the kingdom's boundaries and taxation policies. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 17 Apr Leaders of Tutuila and Aunu'u Sign Deed of Cession to the United States: On April 17, 1900, the chiefs of Tutuila and Aunu'u islands signed a treaty granting the United States full powers and authority to govern the islands, marking the formal cession of these territories. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 11 Jun Murder of Japanese Diplomat in Beijing: On June 11, 1900, Sugiyama Akira, the secretary of the Japanese legation in Beijing, was attacked and killed by forces under General Dong Fuxiang, who were guarding the southern part of the Beijing walled city. This incident escalated tensions during the Boxer Rebellion. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 15 Aug Empress Dowager Cixi Flees Beijing During Boxer Rebellion: On August 15, 1900, during the Boxer Rebellion, Empress Dowager Cixi and her court fled Beijing, leaving behind a few imperial princes to conduct negotiations. This retreat marked a significant moment in the conflict. source: britannica.com
- 11 Oct Li Hongzhang negotiates peace after Boxer Rebellion: On October 11, 1900, Chinese diplomat Li Hongzhang signed the Boxer Protocol, ending the Boxer Rebellion and establishing terms for foreign intervention in China. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 16 Dec Mediterranean Agreement between France and Italy: On December 16, 1900, France and Italy signed the Mediterranean Agreement, a secret treaty aimed at countering the influence of the United Kingdom in the Mediterranean region. The agreement outlined mutual support in case of aggression by a third power. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 22 Dec Diplomatic note signed in Beijing by Western powers and Japan: On December 22, 1900, at 11:00 AM, the ministers of Western nations and Japan signed a diplomatic note in Beijing, outlining conditions for China to accept. This note addressed serious disturbances and crimes that occurred in northern China earlier that year. source: history.state.gov
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