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After having successfully overpowered the Veddas, the Sinhalese eventually founded the kingdom of Anuradhapura. The Sinhalese reigned for several hundred years but were eventually overthrown by the South Indian Colas who again were removed from power by the Sinhalese, in 1070.

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As part of the plan to develop the island, the British brought Tamils labourers, from South India, to work the coffee, tea and rubber plantations. During this time the local Sinhalese and the Tamils began to have increasing clashes. Due to the increased conflicts and political pressure, Ceylon achieved independence in 1948.

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