The National Archives Learning Curve | British Empire | Rise of the British Empire | North America | Source 3

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	English forts in North America in 1699 (Catalogue ref: CO 700 New Hampshire 3)



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	Study this source carefully. Different parts of the source will contain clues about why the British became empire builders in North America. As you study the source, ask yourself:

	Does the source suggest that the English had to defend their possessions? This fort is a major building. What does that tell you about the English commitment to their lands in North America? Is it important that the fort is by the sea? Is it possible to say from this source why the British became empire builders?


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