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Because it was full of Natural Resources, coal, oil, gold. And had lots of space for expansion and plenty of food to accommodate people and get their taxes. In short it's a good money spinner.

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North America was critical for England's global authority; William Pitt had made North America so valuable to the other party's territories. His strategy emphasized naval warfare and the conquest of North America.

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Q: Why did Great Britain want to set up colonies in North America?
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Can you tell me What country controls the colonies in North America?

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