European Nations

Definition

The various countries in Europe that engaged in exploration and colonization activities during the 15th and 16th centuries.

Related terms

Nation-state: A political entity consisting of an independent state inhabited by people who share common historical/cultural characteristics.

Exploration: The act or process of traveling for discovery purposes (e.g., finding new lands), often driven by curiosity or desires for wealth.

Conquistadors: Spanish conquerors who explored and colonized the Americas, particularly in Central and South America.