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The Age of Exploration: Discovery and Colonization

Author Zak  |  Date 2024-11-14 17:44:12  |  Category History
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The Age of Exploration: Discovery and Colonization

This tutorial explores the Age of Exploration (roughly 15th-17th centuries), focusing on European motivations, key voyages, colonization of the Americas, and its devastating impact on indigenous populations and global trade.

I. Motivations for Exploration

Several factors spurred European exploration:

II. Key Voyages and Explorers

III. Colonization of the Americas

European colonization of the Americas had a profound and devastating impact:

IV. Impact on Global Trade

The Age of Exploration dramatically reshaped global trade:

V. Conclusion

The Age of Exploration was a pivotal period in world history. While it led to significant advancements in navigation, trade, and technology, it was also a time of immense suffering and exploitation, particularly for indigenous populations and enslaved Africans. Understanding this complex legacy requires acknowledging both the achievements and the devastating consequences of European expansion.