The British Empire (1776-1900)
In today's lesson we will learn about the development of the British Empire in the years 1776-1900. I will introduce you to some key features of British colonialism. This will make us ready for the rest of this enquiry, in which we will explore what British colonialism looked like in different parts of the world in the nineteenth century.
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