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German Colonization (1888-1914)

In 1888, Nauru was annexed by Germany and incorporated in the New Guinea Protectorate. Nauru was captured by Austrailian troops in 1914.

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British Colonization (1914-1920)

Austraiian troops captured Nauru in 1914. Britain controlled Nauru from 1914 to 1920. Then control was shared by Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom.

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Australian Colonization with New Zealand and United Kingdom (1920-1942)

An agreement in 1919 set up control of Nauru to Australia as the lead with United Kingdom and New Zealand as co-trustees. The Japanese occupied Naura from 1942 to 1945 during the war.

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Australia Colonization (1945-today)

Nauru was set free from the Japanese occupation during the war on 13 September 1945 by the Australian military. Nauru continues today under Australian control with some self-governing since 1966.

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