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why did England pass the navigation acts? |
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Answer» In October of 1651, the English Parliament passed its Navigation Acts of 1651. These acts were designed to tighten the government's control over trade between England, its colonies, and the rest of the world. In passing the Navigation Acts, the English government was also trying to work out a practical application of one of its favourite economic theories, namely, mercantilism. |
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