UK Imperialism began in the 16th century and lasted into the 20th; by 1922, they ruled one quarter of the world's population.
        
        
     
    
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        The first foundations were laid in 1496 with King Henry VII commissioned John Cabot to undertake a discovery voyage to Asia via the North Atlantic.
        
        
     
    
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        Queen Elizabeth I made great inroads in establishing American colonies.