History A-Level
Mercantilism
What Mercantilism means in History A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Mercantilism
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A lens through which Britain viewed its North American colonies, valuing them as sources of raw materials and captive markets.
Topics that use Mercantilism
Related terms
- Anglo-French rivalry
- Colonial identity and self-perception
- Diverging imperial and colonial interests
- Economic consequences of warfare
- Imperial Administration
- Imperial control and administration
- Native American relations and frontier conflict
- Salutary neglect
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