Development

Definition

Development refers to the process of growth, advancement, and improvement in various aspects of a society or region. In the context of European colonies in North America, development includes factors such as population growth, economic expansion, infrastructure building, and social organization.

Related terms

Triangular Trade: Triangular trade was a system where goods were exchanged between Europe, Africa, and the Americas. It played a significant role in the economic development of European colonies.

Plantation System: The plantation system involved large-scale agriculture focused on cash crops such as tobacco or cotton. It shaped labor systems and social structures within European colonies.

Great Awakening: The Great Awakening was a religious revival movement that occurred during the 18th century in colonial America. It had profound effects on societal development by challenging traditional authority structures.