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**The Missionary Factor**
Role of Christian missionaries in establishment of British dominion over the Igbo, as they were the first to venture in land and stimulate imperial ambitions.

First Christian Missionaries in Iboland were from Church Missionary Society, later joined by more Christian societies.

Initially Igbo conciliatory towards the missionaries, as they respected other cultures and religious views. They viewed Christianity as harmless.

However, Christian missionaries were willing to destroy Igbo religion in order to convert and gain followers.

Christian disregard and disdain for Igbo values and beliefs sparked conflict.

Vicious cycle – escalation of violence between two sides.

British government provided military assistance to missionaries. Support from British military encouraged missionaries to further attack on Igbo customs.