A summary, historical and political, of the first planting, progressive improvements, and present state of the British settlements in North-America: c

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Focusing on the historical and political evolution of British settlements in North America, this work provides a comprehensive overview of their establishment and development. It covers various topics, including ancient and modern colonies, the operations of the Hudson's Bay Company, Newfoundland's harbors and cod-fishing industry, and the province of Nova Scotia. Additionally, it discusses the unification of several grants under a new charter in Massachusetts-Bay, offering insights into colonial governance and economic activities.