<span>The Baltic states gained their independence after World War I, but Soviet forces invaded in 1939.
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Answer:
The correct answer is: Liberal welfare reforms.
Explanation:
Liberal welfare reforms refer to the measures of social legislation set by the Liberal Party from 1906 to 1914. These acts protected the welfare of the citizens of the United Kingdom, especially the welfare of the elderly, children, workers and sick people.
Children's rights and welfare were protected with various measures which included: free school meals, medical treatments, education, and severe punishments for parents who were neglecting children.
Imperialism was the <span>forceful expansion country's territory to benefit them economically and politically. Expansion is done with intent, whether or not there are enough resources. This includes invading other countries and waging wars to only gain land.
Rivalry for control of natural resources isn't as harsh, nor is it done to expand territory, it's only the competition to gain resources. </span>
