Age of Exploration expanded European influence globally from "summary" of A Short History of the World . by H. G. Wells
During the 15th century, a new and exciting era began for Europe - the Age of Exploration. This period saw European nations embarking on voyages of discovery to distant lands, driven by a thirst for knowledge, wealth, and power. The Portuguese were among the first to take to the seas, exploring the west coast of Africa in search of a sea route to the riches of the East. The Spanish soon followed suit, with Christopher Columbus famously setting sail in 1492 in search of a western route to Asia. Although he did not find the riches of the East, Columbus stumbled upon the Americas, setting off a wave of exploration and conquest that would change the course of history. The discovery of the Americas opened up vast new territories for European powers to exploit. Spain, in particular, took advantage of its newfound wealth, establishing colonies in the Americas and bringing back riches such as gold and silver to Europe. This influx of wealth helped to fuel the growth of powerful empires and fund further expeditions. The Age of Exploration also had far-reaching con...
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