European colonizers

Definition

European colonizers refers to the individuals or groups from Europe who established colonies in the Americas during the early colonization period. They sought to exploit the resources and establish control over these newly discovered lands.

Related terms

Indigenous peoples: Refers to the original inhabitants of a particular region, often used synonymously with Native American societies.

Imperialism: The policy or practice of extending a nation's power by acquiring territories or establishing economic and political control over other regions.

Mercantilism: An economic system prevalent during this time that aimed at increasing a nation's wealth through trade and accumulation of precious metals.