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1. To expand the British empire, and prevent the French from gaining a foothold in the Australian continent or in that part of the Pacific.
2. To solve the problem of Britain's overcrowded prisons (a consequence of the Industrial Revolution) by establishing a new penal colony in a land which showed promise for eventually becoming self-supporting. Britain had been sending their excess prisoners to North America, but the American War of Independence put a stop to the practice. Following this, the English were no longer able to transport surplus prisoners who couldn't legally be executed to North America.
3. Australia could provide commercial and political gains to Britain.
4. Due to war, Britain needed to find an alternative supply of Flax and timber as her Baltic supply was under threat. It was believed that nearby Norfolk Island would provide this.
5. Britain needed a port in the East to promote trade with China and to extend its naval and commercial power.
6. The continent had Natural Resources which England wanted.
What else can I help you with?
Farms set up by the Spanish in their colonies to grow food were called?
Haciendas
What river did France set up its first permanent colonies along?
dick river
Why were New England colonists more likely to maintain English customs than those who went to Virginia and Maryland?
New England colonists were more likely to maintain English customs because the New England colonies were the first colonies founded by the British. Since these were the first colonies, they were the closest set up to what life was like in England. As colonist began to move farther south, they began adapting new customs that strayed from what British life displayed.
Committees organized to keep the colonies informed of events by writing letters?
The Committees of Correspondence were formed for the purpose of keeping the colonies informed. They were created by the Patriot leaders.
What form of government did the 13 English colonies set up?
The origins of Virginia began in 1607 with the founding of Jamestown. The Virginia Company, which had been given the charter to found the colony, set up a General Assembly. In 1624, Virginia became a royal colony when the Virginia Company's charter was revoked. However, the General Assembly stayed in place which helped set a model for representative government in this and other colonies.
Who set up the first colony in Australia?
Australia was colonised by the British. The British government sent a fleet of convicts and officers to colonise the land that Captain James Cook had named and claimed as "New South Wales".
What existed before Australia became the Commonwealth of Australia?
Australia was previously made up of six colonies (which became states after Federation) and subject to the authority of the British Empire. None of the colonies was self-governing, but all were subject to British authority. The six colonies were New South Wales, Victoria! Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia and Tasmania.
What did Samuel Adams set up to share news about the british in 1772?
he set up a system were colonies can sell letters to each other
What was Australia originally before it became a country?
Australia was previously made up of several colonies (which became states after Federation) and subject to the authority of the British Empire. Thus, it was seen as a British colony.
Who split up the colonies?
the british split up the colonies.
Is committees of Loyalists set up in various colonies to spread information about British actions true or false?
true
How the British used austarlia?
Australia was originally set up as a penal colony where Britain sent prisoners.
How many total colonies did the british set up along North America's east coast?
The British established 13 colonies along North America's east coast, collectively known as the Thirteen Colonies. These colonies eventually formed the foundation of the United States.
What happened on January 1 1901?
On 1 January 1901, federation of the Australian colonies was achieved and the Commonwealth of Australia was proclaimed. Australia's first Governor-General, John Hope, made the proclamation at Centennial Park in Sydney.
Why do countries like Australia have prime ministers not presidents?
Australia is a constitutional monarchy, not a republic. When its government was first set up, it followed the British Westminster system.
What empire was located in the midst of the English colonies?
The British Empire was made up of all the British Colonies.
What are the 3 different European groups that explored Canada and set up colonies?
I think it was Italian and French and I think the other one was British
