Spanish maritime empire

Definition

The Spanish maritime empire refers to the vast overseas territories controlled by Spain during the Age of Exploration, which were acquired through colonization and exploration of new lands. It included regions such as the Americas, parts of Africa, and Asia.

Related terms

Colonization: The process by which a country establishes settlements or colonies in foreign territories for political, economic, or social reasons.

Conquistadors: Adventurous Spanish explorers who conquered and colonized various regions of the Americas.

Mercantilism: An economic system in which a nation's wealth is measured by its accumulation of gold and silver through trade and colonization.