The claiming countries of America, primarily during the Age of Exploration, understood the New World as a land of vast resources, economic potential, and strategic advantage. They recognized opportunities for trade, territorial expansion, and the spread of their culture and religion. These nations also perceived the Americas as a means to increase their global power and influence, often leading to competition and conflict among them. Additionally, they underestimated the complex societies already inhabiting the land, which would have profound implications for their colonization efforts.
to hold the land they had to send settlers.
Four major countries claimed Africa, large parts of Oceania and North America
Yes, because America was claiming to be the most modern country on earth, and had preached that all men are created equal.
Yes it was necessary because it stopped many European countries from claiming territories in the North America
I do not understand this question: South America is already a continent, and at the moment, all countries are democratically governed.
Antarctica has the least amount of countries in it, with no countries claiming sovereignty over the entire continent.
there are no countries in America only states
35 countries are in the Americas.Clarification:That would include all the countries in North, Central and South America.
23 countries make up North America while 12 countries make up South America; 35 total.
There are 35 countries in the Americas (23 in North America and 12 in South America).
There are 23 countries in North America.
There are 7 countries that are in Center America