The term "British control" refers to the authority and dominance exerted by the British government over their colonies. This control was exercised through various means, including economic, political, and social measures.
Related terms
Mercantilism: Mercantilism is an economic system that seeks to increase a nation's wealth through controlled trade practices, such as exporting more than importing. It played a significant role in maintaining British control over colonial trade.
Imperialism: Imperialism refers to a policy or ideology where one country extends its power over other territories, often by acquiring colonies or exerting influence economically, politically, or militarily.
Navigation Acts: The Navigation Acts were laws passed by the British Parliament aimed at regulating colonial trade with an emphasis on ensuring that most goods were shipped only on British vessels. These acts served as tools for increasing British control over colonial commerce.