Empires are not just a thing of the past! An example of modern imperialism is the United Kingdom’s colonies, which are spread across the world.
Each of the countries highlighted on this map are included in the British Empire, including one of our neighbors: Canada.
The United States was initially a British colony and fought the Revolutionary War to gain independence.
There are advocates both for and against the lasting effects of British colonialism.
Do you think colonized countries should remain in the British Empire or exit it?
