The British Empire comprised the dominions, colonies, protectorates, mandates, and other territories ruled or administered by the United Kingdom and its predecessor states. It began with the overseas possessions and trading posts established by England in the late 16th and early 17th centuries.

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History

Greatest empires in history

10 candidates · 527 votes · vote on the order

History

Greatest Empires in World History

20 candidates · 0 votes · vote on the order