British Colonialism

Definition

British colonialism refers to the historical period when Great Britain established colonies around the world through political control, economic exploitation, and cultural influence. It lasted for several centuries and had significant impacts on both Britain and its colonized territories.

Related terms

Imperialism: Imperialism is a broader term than colonialism as it encompasses any form of domination by one country over another country politically, economically, culturally, or militarily.

Decolonization: Decolonization refers to the process through which colonies gain independence from their colonial powers, either through peaceful negotiations or armed struggles.

Neocolonialism: Neocolonialism refers to the indirect form of control that powerful countries exert over less powerful countries even after they have gained political independence. It involves economic and cultural dominance.