Colonization efforts refer to the systematic and intentional actions taken by European powers to establish colonies and exert control over other regions of the world during the period between 1450-1750.
Related terms
Imperialism: Imperialism refers to the policy or practice of extending power and influence over other territories through various means such as colonization, economic dominance, or political control.
Mercantilism: Mercantilism is an economic system in which countries sought to increase their wealth and power by exporting more than they imported, often through colonial trade networks.
Triangular Trade: Triangular Trade was a transatlantic trading system in which goods were exchanged between Europe, Africa, and the Americas. It played a significant role in facilitating European colonization efforts.