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Being an island nation gave Great Britain several advantages. One important one was that it could not be invaded by land. This was a plus throughout its history. World War Two comes to mind immediately. Also, being an island gives it a better chance for good seaports to enhance trade and commerce.
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What were some advantages and disadvantages of being a patrician woman?
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Old name for england?
England is just England, a small country on the island of Britain. Americans often use England, Britain, Great Britain, and United Kingdom all interchangeably. However, Britain is the island upon which England stands, along with Wales and Scotland. Great Britain refers to the the island of Britain or to the combined countries of England, Scotland and Wales. United Kingdom refers to the fact that a single king or queen is regent over England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland; the full term is United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
What European country occupies a large island and part of a smaller island?
England. They occupy the British Isles and Part of Ireland http://www.edinphoto.org.uk0_MAPS0_map_britain_1987_enlarged.jpg ^^^^^^^Map actuaLLY that's soooooooooooo correct
What happen to the first 100 men who landed on Reanoke Island?
they could not survive the harsh winters and retreated back to England.
In brief what is Great Britain England?
Great Britain is a large island which is made of England, Wales and Scotland. Together with Northern Ireland, these make up the United Kingdom.
What continent is for England?
The United Kingdom, which includes England, is part of Europe. Being an island, it is not part of the landmass itself.
Was England France or Spain an island?
England is an island.
What is the word England derived from?
The word England comes from "Anglo-land", the Angles being one of the Germanic tribes to invade the island along with the Saxons and Jutes.
What country that has a mild wet climate that is located on an island that shares the island with another country?
Ireland has a mild wet climate and shares the island with Northern Ireland, which is part of the United Kingdom.
How did being an island effect the development of the UK and its empire?
England's geography effected it's development because it was an island. England built a large, strong navy that served them in expanding their empire. England also needed to import goods because it was a small island, therefore explorers were sent around the world to find new territories.
Does England have island surrounding it?
England, Scotland and Wales are all part of the island of Britain.
What were the advantages of being a loyalist?
Loyalists had more authority and protection in British controlled regions. The also have Britain to escape to if England loses the war.
Is Rhode Island a state of New England?
Yes, Rhode Island is located in New England.
What is the largest island in England?
As its an island, it can't be 'in' England, it has to be offshore. You may be thinking about the Isle of Wight.
When was England not an island how was it joined to mainland Europe as was?
England isn't an island - it has two land borders
What is the advantages of being dress making?
what is advantages of being dress maker
Is England a conitent?
No, England is an island nation. It is in Europe.
