Cession often involves territories after conflicts, with great historical importance. Treaties often result in the cession of lands that reshape national borders.
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Political Implications
'Cession' can indicate a weakening of the ceding party's power or influence. The empire's cession signaled its decline.
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Voluntary or Forced
Cession might be voluntary or result from pressure or defeat. The king faced a cession of lands under the rebels' threats.