independence / separation; status that one stands / independent authority that is free from interference

be independent / be independent; have the authority to act without interference / be separate, be detached

colonization / a colonist

colonize

long / (time) long, lengthy

a principle or set of principles; a doctrine; an ism

earth, dirt / fabric, cloth / (game of Go) territory

long / lengthy

strong point / (music) major / chief, head, leader

a surname