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Which accomplishment was not a first for the Portuguese?
The discovery of the Americas was not a first for the Portuguese, as it was credited to Christopher Columbus on behalf of Spain.
Which vegetables and fruits were introduced from the Americas to Europe after 1492?
potatoestomatoescornNone of these were in Europe until after discovery of the New World
Where did Columbus believe he was going and what effect did his journey have on the Americas?
Columbus was trying to find an eastern route to India when he ran into the western hemisphere instead. This journey led to the discovery of the New World which later was names the Americas.
Why is it called the third world what are the first and second worlds?
The "first world" was the "old world," or basically Europe, before the discovery of the Americas. The "second world" was the Americas, discovered by Columbus. The phrase "third world" originally meant the rest of the world not included in the "first" or "second" worlds. Its meaning has changed over time so that now it means the poverty-stricken portions of the world.
What led to European discovery of the Americas?
In the 15th and 16th centuries in particular, Europeans were intent on seeking out a new and faster route to Asian trade-markets than those that already existed. Their searches led to the discovery of the New World of the Americas, which was then explored both for its intrinsic wealth and for the sake of that still undiscovered, and still desired, "Passage to the East."
Why do historians consider Columbus to be more important than Leif Ericson?
Columbus landing started the colonization of the Americas.
How did the discovery of the Americas change the slave trade in Africa?
The discovery of the Americas led to increased demand for labor in the New World, resulting in the transatlantic slave trade. This fueled further expansion of the slave trade in Africa, with European traders actively seeking slaves to meet the demand in the Americas. The triangular trade system emerged, with goods from Europe exchanged for African slaves who were then transported to the Americas to work on plantations.
Where is the highest Roadway in the world?
the big eye in ABQ NM
What did Columbus find when he was exploring around the world?
His most famous discovery was the New World (the Americas). He let known to Europe, Asia, and Africa that there was another part of the world out there. He also found Native American settlements and precious metals such as gold.
What barrier island is the biggest in the world?
Padre Island is the largest of the Texas barrier islands as well as the world's longest barrier island.
What is Americas greatest contribution to world theater?
What is Americas greatest contribution to world theater
What is the name of great barrier in the world?
Great Barrier Reef
