Motivations for English colonization

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Keep going! Check out the next lesson and practice what you’re learning: https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/us-history/colonial-america/early-english-settlement/v/the-lost-colony-of-roanoke-background-and-first-attempts In the late 1500s and early 1600s, the United Kingdom cast its gaze westward and joined the quest for American colonies. In this video, Kim discusses the motivations for English colonization, including competition with Catholic nations for riches and souls, and the development of 'joint-stock' companies.

Published 2016-10-11 · Watch on YouTube ↗
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