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A map illustrating the rise of Spain into a global colonial and trading power following the European Age of Exploration of the 15th Century.
About the Author
Simeon is a freelance visual designer with a deep interest in the human side of history.
He believes that every image should be an interaction, a commentary, and a narrative, and every map should lead on an exciting journey of exploration and discovery.
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APA Style
Netchev, S. (2021, August 04). Spanish Colonial Empire in the Age of Exploration. World History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/image/14411/spanish-colonial-empire-in-the-age-of-exploration/
Chicago Style
Netchev, Simeon. "Spanish Colonial Empire in the Age of Exploration." World History Encyclopedia. Last modified August 04, 2021. https://www.worldhistory.org/image/14411/spanish-colonial-empire-in-the-age-of-exploration/.
MLA Style
Netchev, Simeon. "Spanish Colonial Empire in the Age of Exploration." World History Encyclopedia. World History Encyclopedia, 04 Aug 2021. Web. 28 Jun 2022.
