Alfred the Great freed England from Spanish rule. Reformed English law by establishing the first monarchy, drove out invaders and united England around a single leader. He also encouraged tolerance for foreigners and religions other than Christianity.
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Korea--the conflict occurred as Japan began to expand influence and China attempted to retain influence.
Korea was a hub of resources and as Japan began to modernize into a western country, it became a target of Japanese imperialism. However, China had traditionally been the protector of Korea and the war was an attempt for China to maintain their hold on Korea. <span />
