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How did Great Britain follow the principles of 18th century mercantilism?
As such, mercantilism became the key economic model of the time. It encouraged the colonists to purchase goods from England rather than rival nations. The colonies sent raw materials to England where they were manufactured into finished products and sold to the colonists.
What was the relationship between Great Britain and the American colonies?
The American colonists thought of themselves as citizens of Great Britain and subjects of King George III. They were tied to Britain through trade and by the way they were governed. Trade was restricted so the colonies had to rely on Britain for imported goods and supplies.
Why was the British system of mercantilism opposed by American colonists?
Why did many American colonists oppose the British system of mercantilism? It reduced their ability to make money and their freedom to trade with whoever they wanted.
What was the British policy of mercantilism?
Mercantilism was a popular economic philosophy in the 17th and 18th centuries. In this system, the British colonies were moneymakers for the mother country. The British put restrictions on how their colonies spent their money so that they could control their economies.