- "a period from approximately the 15th century to the 17th century"
The period of European exploration and colonization that began in the 15th century and sparked global trade and interaction.
Age of Exploration: The era when European explorers began to discover and map the continents of the Americas, Africa, and Asia, leading to colonization and global trade.
Columbus's voyages: Christopher Columbus's voyages to the Americas in 1492 that brought about significant changes in global trade routes and international relations.
The Silk Road: An ancient network of trade routes which connected the East and West, allowing for the exchange of goods, ideas, and culture.
Conquest of the Americas: The conquest and colonization of the Americas by the Spanish, Portuguese, and other Europeans, which significantly changed the world's political and economic landscape.
Global Empires: Exploration and Expansion led to the development of global empires, including the British Empire, which was the largest empire in history.
Transatlantic Slave Trade: The forced migration of millions of Africans across the Atlantic Ocean to work as slaves in the Americas.
Rise of Nation-States: The rise of powerful nation-states such as Spain, Portugal, England, and France, who were competing for resources and influence in the New World.
The Columbian Exchange: The exchange of goods, ideas, and diseases between the Old World and the New World that transformed global trade and agriculture.
The Protestant Reformation: The religious movement in Europe that led to the emergence of Protestantism and the fragmentation of the Christian Church.
Mercantilism: The economic philosophy of the time, which emphasized the accumulation of wealth through trade and the expansion of colonies.
Technology and Navigation: The development of new technologies and navigation techniques, like the compass and the astrolabe, which made long-distance voyages possible.
Conquistadors: The Spanish explorers who, motivated by gold and glory, conquered and colonized the Americas.
Pirates and Privateers: The sailors who preyed on merchant vessels and engaged in piracy, often with the backing of their home countries.
Jesuit Missions: The religious missions and evangelization efforts in the Americas led by the Jesuit order of the Catholic Church.
Globalization: The expansion of trade networks and connections between different countries and regions of the world, which continues to shape the world's economy today.
Colonial exploration and expansion: This refers to the movement of European countries to establish colonies in other parts of the world. This began in the 15th century and continued until the early 20th century.
Missionary exploration and expansion: This refers to the movement of religious missionaries to spread their faith and convert people to their religion. This began in the 16th century and continues to this day.
Scientific exploration and expansion: This refers to the movement of scientists and researchers to study and explore different parts of the world. This began in the 16th century and continues to this day.
Commercial exploration and expansion: This refers to the movement of merchants and traders to establish trade routes and markets in other parts of the world. This began in the 16th century and continues to this day.
Military exploration and expansion: This refers to the movement of armies and military forces to conquer and expand their territories. This began in the 15th century and continued until the early 20th century.
Humanitarian exploration and expansion: This refers to the movement of people to help and support those who are suffering or in need. This began in the 19th century and continues to this day.
Political exploration and expansion: This refers to the movement of political leaders and diplomats to establish alliances, treaties and foreign policies with other nations. This began in the 16th century and continues to this day.
Cultural exploration and expansion: This refers to the movement of people to explore and appreciate different cultures, languages, and ways of life. This began in the 16th century and continues to this day.
- "with the Spanish and Portuguese at the forefront, later joined by the Dutch, English, and French"
- "the Portuguese discoveries of the Atlantic archipelagos of Madeira and Azores, the coast of West Africa in 1434, and the establishment of the sea route to India in 1498 by Vasco da Gama"
- "Spain made the transatlantic voyages of Christopher Columbus between 1492 and 1504"
- "the Spanish Magellan expedition made the first circumnavigation of the globe between 1519 and 1522"
- "had a significant impact on the European understanding of the world"
- "European overseas exploration led to the rise of international trade and the European colonial empires"
- "a wide transfer of plants, animals, food, human populations (including slaves), communicable diseases, and culture between the Eastern and Western Hemispheres"
- "European exploration allowed the mapping of the world"
- "new diseases were propagated, decimating populations not previously in contact with the Old World, particularly concerning Native Americans"
- "The era saw widespread enslavement, exploitation and military conquest of native populations"
- "land expeditions in the Americas, Asia, Africa, and Australia that continued into the late 19th century"
- "decimating populations not previously in contact with the Old World"
- "the growing economic influence and spread of European culture and technology"
- "maritime expeditions of Portugal to the Canary Islands in 1336"
- "the establishment of the sea route to India in 1498 by Vasco da Gama"
- "Spain made the transatlantic voyages of Christopher Columbus between 1492 and 1504"
- "European overseas exploration led to the rise of international trade"
- "resulting in a new worldview and distant civilizations coming into contact"
- "continued into the late 19th century, followed by the exploration of the polar regions in the 20th century"