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In the seventeenth century, the Moors primarily referred to Muslim inhabitants of North Africa, particularly those of Berber and Arab descent who had historically occupied parts of Spain and Portugal. Following the Reconquista, many Moors converted to Christianity, becoming known as "Moriscos," while others remained in their Islamic faith. Their presence in the Iberian Peninsula was marked by cultural contributions, but by the end of the century, they faced persecution and expulsion due to rising anti-Muslim sentiment. The term "Moor" thus became associated with both cultural heritage and sociopolitical struggles during this period.

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