Flourished prior to European contact
"Pre-Columbian" is a term used to describe the time period in the Americas before the arrival of Christopher Columbus in 1492. It refers to the civilizations and cultures that existed in the Americas prior to European contact.
The Columbian Exchange was initiated by Christopher Columbus's voyages to the Americas in 1492. This contact between the Eastern and Western Hemispheres led to the exchange of plants, animals, diseases, people, and cultures between Europe, Africa, and the Americas.
The introduction of horses had the greatest impact on Native American cultures through the Columbian exchange. Horses revolutionized transportation, hunting, warfare, and trade for many indigenous communities in the Americas.
There they thought they could find a ton of gold. They did, and they also found Pre-Columbian cultures to conquer and convert.
Two effects of the exploration of the Americas were the spread of diseases, such as smallpox and influenza, which decimated indigenous populations, and the exchange of goods and resources between the Americas and Europe, known as the Columbian Exchange, which had a significant impact on global economies and cultures.
It usually refers to the time before 1492, which is when Columbus arrived in the West Indies.
The calendar, know as the Aztec Calendar or the Mayan Calendar.
It's a term to describe the America's before they were discovered by Columbus in 1492
The term "pre-Columbian" refers to the time period in the Americas before the arrival of Christopher Columbus in 1492. It typically covers the history and cultures of indigenous peoples in North, Central, and South America prior to European contact.
The pre-Columbian empire refers to the civilizations and cultures that existed in the Americas before the arrival of Christopher Columbus in 1492. Notable examples include the Aztec Empire in present-day Mexico, the Inca Empire in South America, and the Maya civilization in Central America. These societies were characterized by advanced agricultural practices, complex social structures, and impressive architectural achievements. Their legacies continue to influence contemporary cultures in the Americas.
European exploration of the Americas led to the Columbian Exchange, where goods, cultures, and diseases were exchanged between Europe and the Americas. This resulted in the introduction of new crops, animals, and diseases to both continents, transforming societies and ecosystems. Additionally, European colonization led to the displacement and exploitation of indigenous populations.