According to the map, which European country controlled the largest amount of territory?

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Beginning at the end of the 15th century, many European countries began exploring and conquering territories in the New World. Driven by the desire for increased economic wealth, access to natural resources, and the wish to spread Christianity to new parts of the world, many European nations formed permanent settlements in the New World. 

The following map shows the New World during this period and labels the European countries that controlled each territory at that time.


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According to the map, which European country controlled the largest amount of territory?