What is another word for Robert Clive?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈɒbət klˈa͡ɪv] (IPA)

Robert Clive, who was also known as Clive of India, was a British soldier and statesman who played a crucial role in establishing British dominance in India. He was also referred to as the conqueror of Bengal due to his military and political accomplishments in the region. Clive was also known as the founder of the British Indian Army and a key figure in the East India Company. Other synonyms for Robert Clive include Lord Clive, Baron Clive, and Colonel Clive. Despite his achievements, Clive's legacy is also controversial due to his involvement in the exploitation of India's resources and people.

What are the hypernyms for Robert clive?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    military strategist, empire builder, colonial administrator, British Statesman, Founder of the East India Company, Member of the British Army.

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  • The British arrived with no intention of conquest: the East India Company had set up trading posts on the western seaboard, and its officers were called on by the native sultans to help with the putting down of rapacious river barons. The parallel with India is exact, and Stamford Raffles is a perfect analogue of Robert Clive. First came trade, then the amateur protective army, finally the flag....
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