Colonial government refers to the system of administration established by a foreign power to control a territory and its people. In many cases, this involved appointing officials from the colonizing country to oversee local affairs, enforce laws, and manage resources. The primary goal was often to extract wealth and maintain order in the colony. Colonial governments varied widely depending on the colonizer and the region. For example, the British Empire implemented a system of colonial governors and assemblies, while the Spanish Empire often relied on viceroys to govern large territories. These systems shaped the political and social structures of the colonies.