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Great Britain had one of the largest navies of Europe in the 17th century, and interdicted trade by their chief competitor, Spain. Although France explored Louisiana and Canada, the European continental wars took their toll and soon Britain had taken Canada from them, as well as New Amsterdam from the Dutch.
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Why were Britain Spain and Russia exploring the west coast of North America?
Places to colonize and expand their growing empires.
Is Great Britain in America?
The correct term is The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. No. Great Britain is not in either the United States or North America.
In what year did Great Britain take control of most of eastern north America?
A treaty signed in 1763 gave Great Britain control of most eastern North America
What was the result of the Treaty of Paris signed by Great Britain and France?
Great Britain expanded its terrirtories in North America.
Can you tell me What country controls the colonies in North America?
Great Britain
When did George Washington do the sneak attack on Great Britain?
The Revolutionary War was fought only in North America; there was no invasion of Great Britain.
In the eighteenth century Britain colonies in North America were most similar to great Britain in their?
Sarcasm and accent.
Who was the right to colonize and trade with North and South America?
Spain.
Why did great Britain establish colonies in north America in the 1800s?
Religious freedom
What power claimed the northwest territory in north America in 1754?
Great Britain
What power claimed the northernmost territory in North America in 1754?
Great Britain.
Did Spain want to colonize North America for its silver and gold?
Yes.
