The Roman Empire built its capacity early on by seeking to control the Mediterranean.
Some colonists who were not persuaded by the political struggle joined the British for personal gain or military glory. Some joined out of sheer loyalty to the Crown — they still believed themselves loyal British citizens. There were also many American farmers willing to sell their goods to the British for profit.
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After President Eisenhower withdrew his offer to fund the Aswan Dam, Egyptian President Nasser nationalized the Suez Canal.
It hastened the decline of African Society. So that would be C.