British colonial America

Definition

British colonial America refers to the regions in North America that were under British control during the colonial period, primarily from the early 17th century until American independence in 1776. This includes areas that would later become part of the United States.

Related terms

Jamestown Colony: The first permanent English settlement established in Virginia in 1607.

Indentured servants: Immigrants who agreed to work for a certain number of years (usually seven) in exchange for passage to British colonies.

Triangular Trade: A trade network between Europe, Africa, and North America that involved goods such as slaves, sugar, rum, and manufactured products.