Depending on the time, it could be the Phoenicians ( I think this is the best answer; this is what they're known for best) or later in time, the Romans (but they had colonies also elsewhere).
The application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry.
The USS Maine was sunk in the Harbour of Havana, Cuba, during a revolt of the cubans against Spain. Public opinion in the USA was that Spain was to blame. Starting as a diplomatic issue between Spain and USA, rapid escalation resulted in war between the two countries.
The purpose of the Albany plan of union was to create a unified government for the Thirteen Colonies, suggested by Benjamin Franklin. The Albany Plan of Union wanted to place the <em>British North American </em>colonies under a more centralized government.
