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Jamaica, which did not join the rebellious thirteen British mainland colonies in 1776, was the wealthiest British colony in 18th-century North America, its planter class enjoying riches while its enslaved peoples endured degrading conditions that undermined their families and threatened their lives. Precolonial.
- Spanish Exploration and Colonization
- The Birth and Growth of New Spain
- The Importance of New Spain
- The Last Years of The Empire
- Mexican Independence
- Legacy of Conquest: Reflecting on New Spain’s Historical Journey
The story of Spanish exploration and colonization is one of both grandeur and complexity. It begins with the audacious voyages of Christopher Columbus in 1492, sponsored by the Spanish monarchs, Ferdinand and Isabella. Columbus’s journeys, initially aimed at finding a westward route to the rich spice markets of Asia, inadvertently opened the doors ...
With the early expeditions carving out territories in the New World, the Spanish crown soon turned its attention to establishing a lasting presence. This phase marked the birth and growth of New Spain, a colonial entity that would become a cornerstone of the Spanish Empire. Stretching from the modern-day Southwestern United States through Mexico an...
Understanding the significance of New Spain within the broader context of global history is crucial to comprehending the far-reaching impact of Spanish colonization. New Spain was not merely a distant colony of Spain; it was a vital part of a global empire, a nexus of economic, cultural, and political influences that extended across continents. Eco...
The final years of New Spain, a crucial period in the history of Latin America, were marked by a confluence of internal and external pressures that eventually led to the unraveling of Spanish rule in the Americas. This period was characterized by growing discontent, political upheaval, and the emergence of revolutionary ideals that would ultimately...
Mexican Independence marked a transformative moment in the history of New Spain, heralding the end of Spanish dominion and the emergence of a new nation. As to why Mexico was referred to as New Spain reflects its historical evolution under Spanish colonial rule. As the heartland of the Viceroyalty of New Spain, the territory that would become Mexic...
From the early voyages of Spanish explorers to the eventual rise of independent nations, the legacy of New Spain is a complex mosaic that continues to influence the Americas’ cultural, economic, and political fabric. This history is not just a story of colonial domination but also of resistance, adaptation, and cultural fusion. The impacts of Spani...
The expeditions of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries expanded Spanish claims into what are now the southeastern Gulf Coast states and the entire Southwest of the United States. It was far too vast a domain to be held militarily, and it produced no golden cities.
The economic history of the United States is about characteristics of and important developments in the economy of the U.S., from the colonial era to the present. The emphasis is on productivity and economic performance and how the economy was affected by new technologies, the change of size in economic sectors and the effects of legislation ...
Aug 2, 2022 · A map illustrating Spain’s drive to expand its empire following the 1492 Reconquista of the Iberian Peninsula and Columbus's discovery of America. Inspired by tales of land and instant riches, thousands flocked to the New World with hopes for wealth and status.
Mar 28, 2008 · Summary. the kingdom of the asturias, 718–910. the disintegration of the unitary Visigothic kingdom in the Iberian peninsula in the years 710–12, as a consequence of civil war and military defeat at the hands of the invading Arab armies, was both sudden and unforeseen.
Apr 10, 2014 · Thomas Leth-Olsen. Thomas Piketty's book Capital in the 21st Century advances an important and provocative argument about the future of the world economy. You can read all about it here in our...
