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Spain was not weakened by conflicts with other countries.
Spain was able to colonize the new world before other countries because they were the first to
1. Realize the continent was there, and,
2. Know the route to get there.
Don't forget that news traveled very slowly in the 15th century. Not only that but navigation was a science limited to only a few people.
Had a common sailor gone directly to a competing country with news of the discovery it would have taken him months to make the trip and then recount his tale to someone in a position to use the information. And then what? He couldn't tell anybody where it was because he didn't know.
The navigator (Columbus) knew where he had been and how he got there. But he extracted promises of titles and property from the Spanish crown and was not about to lose all his hard won profits by sharing his information.
The news of the discovery was slow to circulate and the information on how to get there was even slower to circulate. The end result was that Spain had a several year head start on everybody else.
Portugal, geographically tied to Spain, was the second to act. They were already in competition with Spain for trade with Asia, and had pioneered the sea route around Africa. But the Treaty of Tordesillas (1494) "allocated" much of the New World exclusively to Spain, while Portugal did establish a colony in Brazil.
What else can I help you with?
What European countries explored America?
Some European countries that explored America include Spain, Portugal, England, France, and the Netherlands. These countries sent explorers in the 15th and 16th centuries to discover and colonize various regions of the Americas.
Did Spain first colonize California?
Spain was the first European power to colonize California.
What Countries did not colonize and settle in what would become the US?
spain
Was Spain the first European country to colonize Caribbean Islands?
sure did
Which european country did not colonize in America?
The Austrian Empire, the Prussian Empire, Poland, and the Northern Italian principalities call refrained from colonizing territories in the Americas. In fact, the European countries that did colonize only included: UK, France, Spain, Portugal, Sweden, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Russia.
Which European countries started the colonies in north America?
Britain, France and Spain were the first countries to colonize in the New World. Spain was the first, since it was the most powerful European country, adn it colonized Mexico and the West. France's colonies were farther north, in what is now Canada. Britain was last to colonize and it had the 13 bristish colonies split in three colonies: New England, Middle, and Southern colonies.
What are the new countries created in Spain?
There are no new countries in Spain. Spain is an European country
What European nations tried to colonize the US?
No European nation has tried to colonize any territory over which the independent country of the United States had ever laid claim. However, England, France, Spain, Netherlands, Sweden, Denmark, Russia, and Germany are all European countries that all colonized territories that have since become part of the United States.
What were the 5 countries to colonize latin America?
USA, Spain, Dutch, French, but most were independent
What were the countries Rizal predicted that will colonize the Philippines?
Jose Rizal predicted that the Philippines would be colonized by countries such as Spain and the United States. He also foresaw the possibility of the Philippines falling under the control of other major European powers during his time.
Which countries are in the European Lottery?
Portugal and Spain
Why did other European countries such as France attempt to colonize the new world after Spain?
Other European countries like France sought to colonize the New World after Spain due to the promise of wealth, resources, and new trade routes. They aimed to capitalize on the lucrative commodities like sugar, tobacco, and fur, which were in high demand in Europe. Additionally, the competition for territorial expansion and prestige among European powers spurred exploration and colonization efforts. France, in particular, focused on establishing trade networks and alliances with Indigenous peoples to enhance their economic interests.
