Why did the Europeans start colonies in the new world

England began sending explorers to the New World in the 1580's in search of exotic food, wealth, and mercantilism. The British wanted to create colonies that would help produce raw materials that would be imported into Great Britain.

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warfare was the primary means of cultural transmission in both regions.