What are some causes and effects of colonization throughout the british empire by examining its geography, economics, and culture in primary and secondary sources.

causes of colonialsm

colonies were source of cheap raw materials and labour

colonies were market for finished goods

colonies were source of prestige

effects of colonialism

The british empire resulted to the expolitation of the local population through land alienation,and expolitation of resources

it led to the development of infrastructure such as railway,and telecommunication,

it led to the cultural genocide of several communities

it led to the spread of christianity

there were abundant sources of fuel nearby