The Commonwealth

1. The Commonwealth - origins: (the origins of the Commonwealth goes back to the 18th century when the USA became independent; Britain was afraid that other colonies would do the same; to protect its powerful international position, British Empire was transformed into the British Commonwealth):

(after II World War some countries in Africa wanted to be independent – they started fighting and the United Kingdom decided to give them freedom),

(the United Kingdom gave the choice to be in the Commonwealth or not to be in it)

2. The Commonwealth now – it is the free association of about 50 independent states:

(the Commonwealth give the help to other countries which are in this organisation when they need it)

3. The symbol of the Commonwealth:

4. Commonwealth countries are:

5. Commonwealth secretariat:

6. There are some events connected with the Commonwealth. The most popular is Commonwealth Games. It is the third largest event in the world. There are some rules connected with this event: only members of the Commonwealth can participate in it.

7. The Commonwealth has different foundations:

8. The aim of the Commonwealth:

The aim of this organisation is to eliminate discrimination, aggression and inequality and to promote world peace and cooperation in trade and development.


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