Newfoundland (an independent dominion at the time) was bankrupt economically and politically and gave up responsible government by reverting to direct British control.

Even two of Pulakesi's sons, who were ruling parts of the kingdom as viceroys, declared their intention to set up independent dominions.

In the pre-Hispanic period, Coyoacán was originally an independent dominion or altepetl.

Former parts of the British Empire became independent dominions.

As per the provisions of the Act, on 15 August 1947 two independent dominions of India and Pakistan were established.

British India became the two independent dominions of India and Pakistan in 1947.

Newfoundland resisted joining Canada and was an independent dominion in the early 20th century.

When responsible government was suspended, Newfoundland's status as an independent dominion within the British Empire was brought to an end.

During that period, Newfoundland was an independent dominion within the British Empire, responsible for its own internal affairs.

Newfoundland's status as an independent dominion came to an end, along with party politics.