The Conquest of the Americas

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The Conquest of the Americas

Christopher Columbus [1451-1506]

European Explorations Looking for “El Dorado”

Spain in the New World After Columbus discovered the Americas, Spain became the first European country to settle in the Americas. Seeking gold and other riches, they conquered the local populations and established colonies.

The First Spanish Conquests: The Aztecs vs. Montezuma II Fernando Cortés

The Conquest of Mexico Spanish soldiers called conquistadores, were led by Hernando Cortes. The Aztecs were led by their chief Montezuma II, who was killed in the conflict. The Aztecs eventually surrendered to the Spanish.

The Death of Montezuma II

Mexico Surrenders to Cortés

The First Spanish Conquests: The Incas vs. Francisco Pizarro Atahualpa

Why were the Spanish so Successful in their conquest of the Americas?

Superior Weapons and Armor

Disease in the Americas

Reasons for Victory 1. Technology (horses, cannons, guns, armor) 2. Divisions among the Native Americans 3. Diseases (Small Pox)

Effects of the European Conquest

1. Native American population decreases by 90 % (due to disease, slavery, and massacres) 2. Wealth is plundered 3. Native Americans convert to Christianity 4. Spanish language spreads to the Americas 5. Spanish Empires rule the Americas for the next several hundred years.

Treasures from the Americas!

Religions of the World

Languages of the World

European Empires in the Americas

Cycle of Conquest & Colonization Official European Colony! Explorers Conquistadores Official European Colony! Missionaries Permanent Settlers

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