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Spanish

Definition

In the context of AP US History, "Spanish" refers to the people from Spain who explored, colonized, and influenced parts of North America during the Age of Exploration.

Related terms

Conquistadors: These were Spanish explorers and warriors who led military expeditions in the Americas and captured land for Spain.

Missionaries: Religious emissaries who aimed to convert indigenous peoples to Christianity. They often accompanied explorers or settlers.

Encomienda System: A labor system established by the Spanish crown in American colonies where natives were forced to work under brutal conditions.

"Spanish" appears in:

Subjects (3)

AP European History
AP Human Geography
AP World History: Modern

Study guides (2)

AP US History - 2.5 Interactions between Native Americans and Europeans
AP US History - 7.2 Imperialism: Debates

Practice Questions (3)

What animal was introduced to North America by the Spanish during the Columbian Exchange?
Which factor primarily distinguished the Spanish from other European colonizers in their interactions with Native Americans?
How did the Spanish use religion during their colonization efforts in North America?

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