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This is a complex question, but in a Europe with many small and big states fighting for power and essentially fighting to become the emperor (roman title), any means were used to gain an edge.
So when European kings found out that there was a new world, with a small and militarily weak population it was free for grabbing and those kings who did not seek power usually ended up killed or worse by their enemies
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The original 13 colonies were ruled by what European country?
the original 13 colonies were ruled by what European country?
What country is comprised of two former European colonies?
japan is comprised of two former European colonies!!!!!
Why did the US want to prevent European colonies in the Americas?
to prevent European countries from regaining colonies in Latin America
Why did slavery arise in the European colonies?
To provide labor for the colonies.
What type of colonies shaped the country of Africa?
European Colonies
What are reasons for the establishment of European overseas colonies?
peanl colonies
How many European countries held African colonies by 1914?
7 European Countries were held African colonies by 1914.
How did European countries attempt to use their colonies for postwar reconstruction?
They heavily taxed Africans living in colonies to support European industries.
What was Siam's location relative to the nearest European colonies?
The answer depends on when: over history different members of Siam's neighbours were European colonies.
Which European colonies supported the American colonies during the revolutionary war?
France
Did the Mercantilist theories caused European nations to abandon their overseas colonies?
Mercantilist theories caused European nations to abandon their overseas colonies.
How did mercantilism contribute to european colonization in north America?
1- The colonies offered political freedoms not found in European countries. 2- European countries could sell colonial goods in Asia. 3- Colonies provided manufactured goods for European countries. 4- Colonies provided cheap raw materials for European nationa.
