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How many countries does Britain still control?
There remain, however, 14 global territories which remain under the jurisdiction and sovereignty of the United Kingdom. Many of the former territories of the British Empire are members of the Commonwealth of Nations.
What country does the UK control?
Current overseas territories
| Name | Location | GDP (nominal) |
|---|---|---|
| British Virgin Islands | Caribbean, North Atlantic Ocean | $1.05 billion |
| Cayman Islands | Caribbean | $4.298 billion |
| Falkland Islands | South Atlantic Ocean | $164.5 million |
| Gibraltar | Iberian Peninsula, Continental Europe | $3.08 billion |
What countries are still under British rule?
The United Kingdom. The UK is home to the world’s most well-known royal family.
What countries controlled by Britain?
Great Britain desired a Cape-to-Cairo collection of colonies and almost succeeded through their control of Egypt, Sudan (Anglo-Egyptian Sudan), Uganda, Kenya (British East Africa), South Africa, and Zambia, Zimbabwe (Rhodesia), and Botswana. The British also controlled Nigeria and Ghana (Gold Coast).
Which were controlled primarily by the British?
The countries that were under control of the British were; India, South Africa (although this was a back and forth command between Britain and the Dutch), Egypt, and West Africa. I hope this helps 🙂
What countries still belong to England?
The four countries of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, which make up the United Kingdom. The United Kingdom (UK) comprises four countries: England, Scotland and Wales (which collectively make up Great Britain ) and Northern Ireland (which is variously described as a country, province or region).