Why did the British government force the Hudson Bay Company to merge with the North West Company in 1821?

Question

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The American Fur Company wanted to reclaim all the forts sold during the war.
The American Fur Company wanted to reclaim all the forts sold during the war.

The British government wanted to end the hostilities between the two companies.
The British government wanted to end the hostilities between the two companies.

The British government wanted to strengthen the British presence in the region.
The British government wanted to strengthen the British presence in the region.

The Hudson Bay Company was no longer viable on its own.

Answer 1

The correct response is: The British government wanted to end the hostilities between the two companies.

The merger was aimed at reducing competition and conflict in the fur trade, which was harming profitability and stability in the region.