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The Roman Empire which straddled three continents. But the largest modern world empire would be the British Empire which contained lands in Europe Australia Asia Africa I think South America and in the 1700s, North America
the british empire was built over a long course of time,when the british wealthy enough they sent out men like James cook to concor lands like Australia and America,so in summary many explorers, rich back grounds and violence enabled the british to get a large empire.
To gain power and a larger influence over the world. Without the British Empire, we wouldn't have most of the technology, medicines, Etc. That we have today, most of the money went into the army and scientific research.
A civilising influence over a world of savages, who could be slowly taught the British virtues of tolerance and good order.
At one time, India was part of the British Empire, until India gained independence.
The British Empire
British empire, vast and grand, Ruling lands across the land. Influence felt far and wide, Tales of glory, power and pride.
The Roman Empire which straddled three continents. But the largest modern world empire would be the British Empire which contained lands in Europe Australia Asia Africa I think South America and in the 1700s, North America
James Cook's expeditions were primarily funded by the British government. The funding was provided with the goal of exploring new territories, mapping uncharted lands, and establishing trade routes for the British Empire. Cook's voyages were seen as crucial for expanding British influence and securing valuable resources.
the british empire was built over a long course of time,when the british wealthy enough they sent out men like James cook to concor lands like Australia and America,so in summary many explorers, rich back grounds and violence enabled the british to get a large empire.
To gain power and a larger influence over the world. Without the British Empire, we wouldn't have most of the technology, medicines, Etc. That we have today, most of the money went into the army and scientific research.
In 1750, the British Empire held lands in what is now Canada, the US, several Caribbean island and Central American nations, several African nations, Bangladesh/India, and Ireland.
A civilising influence over a world of savages, who could be slowly taught the British virtues of tolerance and good order.
To provide much needed labor to farm the lands for cotton and tobacco - to supply the British Empire.
At one time, India was part of the British Empire, until India gained independence.
The British Empire's global spread led to the expansion of the English language as it was used as a common language in colonies and trade. This resulted in the adoption of new words and phrases from various languages, contributing to the richness and diversity of English vocabulary. Additionally, English became a dominant language in international communication and diplomacy due to the influence of the British Empire.
Alexander´s empire was the largest the world had ever seen. An admirer of Greek culture, he worked to spread Greek influence throughgout his empire by founding cities in the lands he conquered.