History The Spanish Conquistadors Questions
The Spanish conquistadors influenced the European perception of the Americas by providing accounts of their expeditions and conquests, which portrayed the Americas as a land of wealth and opportunity. These accounts sparked interest and curiosity among Europeans, leading to increased exploration, colonization, and exploitation of the Americas. The conquistadors' reports also shaped the perception of the indigenous peoples as primitive and in need of conversion to Christianity, further justifying European colonization and domination.