Spanish control

Definition

Spanish control refers to the period when Spain gained dominion over various territories around the world through exploration, conquests, and colonization, including parts of South America where they established colonies after defeating indigenous civilizations like the Inca Empire.

Related terms

Conquistadors: Adventurous Spanish explorers who embarked on expeditions to conquer new territories during the Age of Discovery.

Encomienda System: A labor system implemented by Spain in its American colonies where indigenous people were forced into servitude under Spanish colonists' supervision.

Colonialism: The policy or practice of acquiring and maintaining colonies, usually by a more powerful nation, for economic exploitation and political control.