Charter- A colony that is granted a charter by the King, which outlines its rights and responsibilities. The colony has some level of self-government, but still remains under the control of the King.
Joint-Stock- Investors pool their money together to fund a colony and share in its profits. The colony is governed by a council elected by the investors. The King still has some control and oversight.
Crown- The King appoints a governor or council to govern the colony on his behalf. The King has full control and authority over the colony.
Royal- A colony that is under the DIRECT control of a King.
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Self-Governing- Not under control of the King and the King did not appoint a government or council.
Proprietary- A King gives a person or group of people ownership of the land. Those people then rent out that land to pay the King. The owners act as the government.
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