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Royal Africa Company document commenting on British expansion in Africa, 1749
(Catalogue ref: T 1/337/51)
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Catalogue ref: T 1/337/51; memo on British expansion in Africa, 1749
How to use this source
Study this source carefully. Different parts of the source will contain clues about why the British became empire builders in Africa. As you study the source, ask yourself:
  • How much has Parliament given to protect the African trade?
  • What does this suggest about the importance of the trade?
  • What does the Royal Africa Company want?
  • Why do you think the forts and castles are so important?
  • What clues does this source provide about why the British became involved in Africa?
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