The Early Years of the British Empire
Dan Snow's History Hit
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Exploring the Early Years of the English Empire
The chapter delves into the early years of the English Empire, highlighting a period before the Victorian era when the English were not the dominant power they would later become. It discusses the ambitions of trade monopolization and territorial occupation in various regions like the Atlantic, Mediterranean, Africa, Indian Ocean, and the Pacific, showcasing a more exploratory and complex phase of English imperialism. Additionally, it explores how empire building was outsourced to private individuals and merchants, contrasting the image of the British Empire as underdogs in certain situations.
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