Systematic European colonization began in 1492. A Spanish expedition sailed west to find a new trade route to the Orient, the source of spices, silks, porcelains, and other rich trade goods.

Oct 19, 2020 · The European colonization of the Americas was the process by which European settlers populated the regions of North, Central, South America, and the islands of the Caribbean.

Nov 25, 2025 · Medieval Europe was largely self-contained until the First Crusade (1096–99), which opened new political and commercial communications with the Muslim Middle East.

The start of the European Colonization of the Americas is typically dated to 1492, although there was at least one earlier colonization effort.

The European colonization of North America began with dreams of gold, glory, and new beginnings, but quickly turned into a nightmare for the Indigenous peoples. From the moment …

From 1607 to 1754, European colonization changed the course of history in North America. Different European countries—Spain, France, the Netherlands, and England—developed …

Initiated by Christopher Columbus's 1492 voyage, numerous European nations, including England, France, Spain, and the Netherlands, sought to explore and exploit the New World.

European nations embarked on colonization for various reasons, including economic expansion, religious missionary work, and national prestige. The primary driver was the search for wealth, …

European colonization refers to the process in which European powers established control over territories across Africa, Asia, and the Americas from the late 15th century through the 18th …

A list of colonies from various European countries. European colonization began with the discovery of the New World and ended in the early 20th century.