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The British Empire comprised the dominions, colonies, protectorates, mandates and other territories ruled or administered by the United Kingdom. It originated with the overseas colonies and trading posts established by England in
![Comprehensive map of the British Empire - its colonies, territories, protectorates and more [OC] : r/MapPorn Comprehensive map of the British Empire - its colonies, territories, protectorates and more [OC] : r/MapPorn](https://preview.redd.it/comprehensive-map-of-the-british-empire-its-colonies-v0-d2xrv25r91n91.png?auto=webp&s=dc662defe96c83b017de661eb912c756d9c17c13)
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