Nauru Colonial Records

German Colonization (1888-1914)
In 1888, Nauru was annexed by Germany and incorporated in the New Guinea Protectorate. Nauru was captured by Austrailian troops in 1914.

British Colonization (1914-1920)
Austraiian troops captured Nauru in 1914. Britain controlled Nauru from 1914 to 1920. Then control was shared by Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom.

Australian Colonization with New Zealand and United Kingdom (1920-1942)
An agreement in 1919 set up control of Nauru to Australia as the lead with United Kingdom and New Zealand as co-trustees. The Japanese occupied Naura from 1942 to 1945 during the war.

Australia Colonization (1945-today)
Nauru was set free from the Japanese occupation during the war on 13 September 1945 by the Australian military. Nauru continues today under Australian control with some self-governing since 1966.