---
entity_slug: colonial_dependency_structure
entity_type: Institution
vsm_system: S5
type_rationale: The Colonial Dependency Structure describes a socially constructed
  system of political control, economic rules (monopoly), and military obligations
  that governs the relationship between mother countries and colonies.
vsm_rationale: The structure defines the ultimate authority, purpose, and overall
  political economy system governing the relationship between mother countries and
  colonies, aligning with S5's focus on policy and identity.
classified_at: '2026-02-23T10:34:42.229357'
---

# Classification: Colonial Dependency Structure

## Entity Type

Institution

## VSM System

S5

## Type Rationale

The Colonial Dependency Structure describes a socially constructed system of political control, economic rules (monopoly), and military obligations that governs the relationship between mother countries and colonies.

## VSM Rationale

The structure defines the ultimate authority, purpose, and overall political economy system governing the relationship between mother countries and colonies, aligning with S5's focus on policy and identity.