Explains how mercantilism influenced the colonial expansion of European nations in the 16th and 17th centuries. Traces the overseas expansion of Portugal, Spain, England, France and Holland. Discusses the different factors which caused Europeans to leave their homes to settle in North America and in other foreign lands.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
002223
Language
English
Subject categories
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → International trade
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Emigration and immigration
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → International trade
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → United States - Emigration and immigration
History → Europe - History - 16th century
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)