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In Social Studies / Middle School | 2014-06-07

By the 1540s, which two Spanish colonies dominated the Americas?

Asked by reg1dru

Answer (3)

Spain and Portugal had conquered most of the Americas by the 1540s.

Answered by iloveonedirection | 2024-06-10

Portugal and Spain are the two colonies

Answered by venkatraya | 2024-06-10

By the 1540s, the two major Spanish colonies dominating the Americas were New Spain and Peru. New Spain was established after the conquest of the Aztec Empire, while Peru followed the defeat of the Inca Empire. Both colonies played significant roles in Spain's wealth and influence in the New World.
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Answered by iloveonedirection | 2024-12-26