👉 Cantonization refers to the process of dividing a territory into smaller units, usually administrative divisions, in order to facilitate administrative, economic, and military control. This is often done through the use of administrative offices or administrative districts, which are typically created as a result of the division. In the context of the United States, for example, the term "cantonization" was used during the 19th century to refer to the process by which states were organized and regions were divided into administrative
