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Imperial Federation: The Problem of National Unity

By George R. Parkin
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The author presents a sustained case for forming a closer political union among Britain and its self-governing colonies, arguing that deliberate organization rather than drift is needed to secure mutual defence, fiscal coherence, and common policy. He examines federation theory and applies it to regions across the Empire, surveys defence and trade implications, and considers Canadian, Australian, South African, Caribbean, and Indian perspectives alongside debates over finance and imperial policy. The work concludes with proposed plans and a call for public discussion to build durable unity.

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George R. Parkin

George R. Parkin was a notable figure in the discourse surrounding imperialism and national unity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He is best known for his work "Imperial Federation: The Problem of National Unity," where he explored the complexities of uniting the British Empire under a single federation. Parkin's writings reflect the political and social challenges of his time, particularly in relation to the governance of a vast empire. His contributions to the discussion of imperial federation continue to be of interest to historians and scholars examining the legacy of British imperialism.

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