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Colonization was the result of self interested nation states acting on their desire for the resources and wealth from the colonized land. Colonization also improved a nations military or political strategic advantage.

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1) to facilitate trade

2) To occupy a strategic military site

3) To exploit raw materials or precious metals

4) To get rid of undesirables

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