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Explorers and conquerors from Spain who ventured into the Americas during the Age of Discovery, seeking wealth, power, and spreading Christianity.
Italian explorer sponsored by Spain who completed four voyages across the Atlantic Ocean, opening the way for widespread European exploration and the eventual conquest of the Americas.
Spanish conquistador who led the expedition that caused the fall of the Aztec Empire, paving the way for the colonization of Mexico by Spain.
Spanish conquistador who led the expedition that conquered the Inca Empire, resulting in the establishment of Spanish rule in Peru.
A term used to refer to the Spanish conquerors of the Americas, known for their military prowess and ruthless tactics.
A powerful Mesoamerican civilization centered in present-day Mexico, which was conquered by Hernán Cortés and his army in the early 16th century.
The largest empire in pre-Columbian America, located in the Andes Mountains of South America, which fell to Francisco Pizarro and his forces in the 16th century.
A labor system established by the Spanish in the Americas, where indigenous people were forced to work in exchange for protection and Christianization.
The establishment and maintenance of political and economic control by one country over another, often involving the settlement and exploitation of resources.
The original inhabitants of a particular region, often referring to the native populations encountered by the Spanish conquistadors in the Americas.
A highly contagious and often deadly disease brought to the Americas by the Spanish conquistadors, causing devastating epidemics among the indigenous populations.
Precious metals that were highly sought after by the Spanish conquistadors, leading to the exploitation and extraction of vast amounts from the Americas.
The process by which individuals or groups adopt the culture and customs of another, often enforced upon indigenous populations by the Spanish conquistadors.
The act of changing one's religious beliefs or affiliations, often forced upon indigenous populations by the Spanish conquistadors in their efforts to spread Christianity.
A Spanish Dominican friar and historian who spoke out against the mistreatment of indigenous peoples by the Spanish conquistadors, advocating for their rights and better treatment.
The lasting impact and influence of the Spanish conquistadors on the cultures, languages, and societies of the Americas, shaping the course of history.
Ongoing debates and discussions surrounding the actions and consequences of the Spanish conquistadors, including issues of colonization, exploitation, and cultural destruction.
A period of European exploration and expansion from the 15th to the 17th centuries, marked by the discovery and colonization of new lands, including the Americas.
A 1494 agreement between Spain and Portugal, mediated by the Pope, which divided the newly discovered lands outside Europe between the two countries.
A term used to refer to the Americas, which were unknown to Europeans before the voyages of Christopher Columbus and subsequent Spanish explorers.
A term used to refer to Europe, Asia, and Africa, which were known to Europeans before the discovery of the Americas.
The expeditions undertaken by European explorers, including the Spanish conquistadors, to explore and chart new territories, seeking wealth, fame, and new trade routes.
The act of traveling to new or unfamiliar places in order to learn about and discover new lands, peoples, and resources.
The act of taking control of a territory or people by force, often involving military campaigns and the establishment of colonial rule.
The various forms of opposition and resistance put up by indigenous populations against the Spanish conquistadors, fighting to protect their lands, cultures, and way of life.
The sharing and blending of ideas, beliefs, customs, and practices between different cultures, often occurring as a result of contact between the Spanish conquistadors and indigenous peoples.
The findings and excavations of artifacts, structures, and remains related to the Spanish conquistadors and their interactions with indigenous civilizations, providing valuable insights into the past.
Written records and narratives documenting the events, actions, and experiences of the Spanish conquistadors and their impact on the Americas, serving as important sources of historical information.
Original documents, artifacts, and records created during the time period being studied, such as letters, diaries, and eyewitness accounts, providing firsthand information about the Spanish conquistadors.
Interpretations and analyses of primary sources by historians and scholars, offering insights and perspectives on the actions and consequences of the Spanish conquistadors.
The study of historical writing and the methods used by historians to interpret and analyze the past, including the study of the Spanish conquistadors and their impact on indigenous civilizations.
The social, political, cultural, and economic conditions that influenced and shaped the actions and motivations of the Spanish conquistadors during the Age of Discovery.
The policy or practice of acquiring and maintaining colonies in order to establish political and economic control over foreign territories, as exemplified by the Spanish conquistadors in the Americas.
A policy or ideology of extending a nation's power and influence through colonization, military conquest, and economic dominance, as pursued by the Spanish conquistadors in the Americas.
An economic theory and practice prevalent during the Age of Discovery, emphasizing the accumulation of wealth through trade, colonization, and the establishment of overseas markets and resources.
A system of trade between Europe, Africa, and the Americas, involving the exchange of goods, slaves, and resources, facilitated by the Spanish conquistadors and other European powers.
The practice of owning and exploiting individuals as property, often involving forced labor, which was widespread during the time of the Spanish conquistadors in the Americas.
Large agricultural estates, often specializing in the cultivation of cash crops such as sugar, tobacco, and cotton, worked by enslaved Africans and indigenous peoples under the control of the Spanish conquistadors.
Organized efforts by indigenous populations and enslaved Africans to resist and challenge the authority and control of the Spanish conquistadors, fighting for their freedom and rights.
The process by which colonies gain independence from their colonial rulers, often marked by political, social, and economic changes, as seen in the aftermath of the Spanish conquistadors.
The importance and impact of the Spanish conquistadors on world history, including their role in shaping the modern Americas and the legacies of colonization and cultural exchange.
The process of increasing interconnectedness and interdependence among countries and peoples around the world, often resulting from the actions and interactions of the Spanish conquistadors and other explorers.
The presence of a variety of different cultures and ethnic groups within a society or region, as influenced by the encounters and interactions between the Spanish conquistadors and indigenous civilizations.
The process of analyzing and understanding historical events and phenomena, including the actions and consequences of the Spanish conquistadors, through different perspectives and viewpoints.
An approach to historical interpretation that challenges traditional narratives and seeks to reinterpret and reassess the actions and motivations of historical figures, including the Spanish conquistadors.
The reexamination and reinterpretation of historical events and figures, often challenging established views and narratives, as applied to the actions and legacies of the Spanish conquistadors.
The collective recollection and understanding of past events and their significance, including the memory and commemoration of the actions and impact of the Spanish conquistadors.
The teaching and learning of history, including the study of the Spanish conquistadors and their role in the colonization and transformation of the Americas.
The process of investigating and researching historical questions and problems, including the actions and consequences of the Spanish conquistadors, using evidence and sources.
The cognitive skills and processes used by historians to analyze, interpret, and evaluate historical evidence and arguments, including those related to the Spanish conquistadors.
The ability to understand and appreciate the thoughts, feelings, and experiences of people in the past, including the indigenous populations affected by the actions of the Spanish conquistadors.
The pursuit of fairness and accountability in the study and interpretation of history, including the recognition and redress of the injustices and harms caused by the Spanish conquistadors.
The ethical obligation to critically examine and understand the actions and consequences of historical events, including the role and impact of the Spanish conquistadors.