What happened in the British colonies after the restoration of Charles 2 in 1660?

After the restoration of Charles II in 1660, the British colonies experienced a period of renewed royal oversight and expansion. The monarchy sought to strengthen its control by establishing more structured governance, leading to the creation of new colonies and the consolidation of existing ones. Additionally, the Navigation Acts were enforced to regulate colonial trade, ensuring that it benefited England economically. This era also saw increased tensions with Indigenous peoples and other European powers as colonization efforts intensified.