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Definition: India comprised
of people with many differ-
ent religions, yet they were
incorrectly referenced as
'Hindoos.' Many of Asian
Indians were actually Sikh,
not Hindu.
"Hindoos" or Hindus*
Significance: Americans
didn't care enough to tell
the difference. Considered
it un-American to practice
any other religion besides
Christianity.
Definition: By the 1920s,
1/5 of the world was under
British Empire-- including
India.
British Colonization of In-
dia (1858-1947) Significance: Many Indi-
ans spoke fluent English,
wore suits, and were very
cultured people; yet they
still practiced their faith,
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