Age of exploration and Globalization

By klowman35
  • 1400

    The Rise of European Exploration

    The Age of Exploration begins as European nations seek new trade routes and territories. This era marked the transition from medieval isolation to a more interconnected world, driven by the desire for spices, gold, and new lands.
  • 1492

    Christopher Columbus Discovers the Americas

    Columbus lands in the Bahamas, opening the door for European exploration of the New World. Columbus's voyage is often cited as the catalyst for widespread European colonization and interaction with indigenous populations.
  • 1498

    Vasco da Gama Reaches India

    Da Gama sails around Africa to reach the Indian subcontinent, establishing a sea route for trade. This achievement significantly boosted European trade with Asia and altered global trade dynamics.
  • 1519

    Hernán Cortés Conquers the Aztec Empire

    Cortés leads an expedition that results in the fall of the Aztecs. This event showcases the impact of European colonization and the dramatic changes it brought to indigenous societies in the Americas.
  • 1521

    The Fall of the Inca Empire

    Francisco Pizarro conquers the Inca Empire in Peru. Like the conquest of the Aztecs, this event highlights the devastating effects of European imperialism on native civilizations.

  • The Establishment of the Transatlantic Slave Trade

    The transatlantic slave trade begins to supply labor for plantations in the Americas. This trade had profound social, economic, and moral implications, shaping demographics and economies on both sides of the Atlantic.

  • The Founding of Jamestown

    The first permanent English settlement in North America is established. Jamestown represents the beginning of sustained English colonization, further expanding European influence in the New World.

  • The Beginning of the Enlightenment

    Intellectual movements challenge traditional views and promote scientific thinking. The Enlightenment laid the groundwork for modern thought and global interactions, promoting ideas of liberty and human rights.

  • The Industrial Revolution

    Rapid industrialization transforms economies and societies, leading to increased global trade and colonization. The Industrial Revolution intensified globalization, creating new technologies and economic systems that reshaped interactions among nations.

  • The American Revolution

    The thirteen American colonies declare independence from Britain. This event exemplifies the global implications of the Age of Exploration, as ideas about governance and rights spread and influenced other revolutions worldwide.