spanish colonization of the americas
The Spanish colonization of the Americas refers to the period in history when Spain established and expanded its influence and control over various regions in the Americas, including present-day Latin American countries. This colonization involved Spanish explorers, conquerors, and settlers who sought to acquire territory, wealth, and spread their culture, language, and religion throughout the New World.
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