Reconquista: The Reconquista refers to the centuries-long process through which Christian kingdoms in medieval Spain gradually regained control over territories previously held by Muslim rulers. It culminated with the capture of Granada in 1492.
Age of Exploration: The Age of Exploration was a period during the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries when European explorers set out on voyages to discover new lands, establish trade routes, and expand their empires. It was a time of significant maritime exploration and expansion.
Global Trade Networks: Global trade networks refer to interconnected systems of exchange that emerged during the Age of Exploration. These networks connected regions across continents, facilitating the exchange of goods, ideas, technologies, and cultures on a global scale.