During its history, Britain invaded the territory of more than 170 countries, equivalent to almost 90% of the world.

Such was the case with many an empire throughout the ages ... linger today.Assembled below are maps of historical empires, some of which rivaled the British as far as sheer land mass.

Technically speaking, however, sunlight continued to shine on at least one portion of British-occupied land for about another six months. The primary holdout? A section of the British Antarctic ...

When World War Two broke out in September 1939, Britain called upon countries from across the British Empire for help. The contribution from people across the empire was crucial in helping Britain ...

The monument was constructed in 1834, a years after slavery was abolished across the British Empire. The display includes letters from the early American colonist John Winthrop, organisers says.