Guess the Country by a historical description

At one point one of the wealthiest countries due to Phosphate Deposits

This Country was responsible for the Marshall Plan during the Cold War

The capital of the country was formerly referred to as Edo during the Edo Period

Mount Krakatoa erupted in 1883 in what country?

Was the first country to host and win a FIFA World Cup.

At one point was the biggest empire and the biggest colonial one

The first civilizations originated in the rivers of this country

Was known for its dynasties under a Emperor and the invention of Paper

Was ruled under a Tsar of the Romanovs until the Revolution began

Gained independence in 1901 when the colonies federated

Was home to the Roman Empire and a different amount of the kingdoms before the Empire

Joan of Arc was from here

Abolished the monarchy in 1953 and known for its Pyramids and Sphinxes

The Maurya Empire thrived in this country

Famous for soccer player Pele, And also was known to have won the most World Cups in the History of Football.