Britain was able to become a global power by the 1700s becasue it was suitably positioned to control trade. Europe was also industrializing and was generally winning in European conflicts. Free trade with Scotland and Ireland created a larger market for farmers and manufacturers.
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Umm I’m no expert or anything but I’m pretty sure that’s a quote.
Fellah is a peasant, farmer or agricultural laborer in the Middle East and North Africa