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Spain's colonial empire was one of the largest in the world. But, like many former empires, it was founded on the exploration and exploitation of new lands and resources and grew rapidly in size and power. The Spanish empire controlled colonies in North America, South America, Africa, and Asia, making it one of the most diverse and far-reaching empires in history. Indeed, at the height of the Spanish Empires' power, it controlled 35 colonies that spanned every continent on earth except Austra... Indigenous Peoples Day, Christopher Columbus, Columbus Day, Currier And Ives, Fast Facts, Us History, Columbus, Einstein, New World

Spain's colonial empire was one of the largest in the world. But, like many former empires, it was founded on the exploration and exploitation of new lands and resources and grew rapidly in size and power. The Spanish empire controlled colonies in North America, South America, Africa, and Asia, making it one of the most diverse and far-reaching empires in history. Indeed, at the height of the Spanish Empires' power, it controlled 35 colonies that spanned every continent on earth…

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Juana Galan: A Spanish Heroine of the Peninsula War Guerrilla Warfare, General Strike, Indigenous Knowledge, Kindle Publishing, French Army, Napoleonic Wars, Insurgent, Royal Navy, Historical Photos

In 1807, the peninsula war began when the French armies of Napoleon and their Spanish allies invaded the Kingdom of Portugal. Spain quickly found itself the victim instead of the victor of the ill-fated endeavor when France turned against its former allies, taking over Spain’s territory and throne. However, the…

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