One of the most influential empires of the colonial era is the Spanish empire. ... But to understand these differences and similarities, one must also understand this time in history and the people. ... Burkholder, author of Colonial Latin America, states, "Probably more Indians died in the epidemic than from wounds received in battle" (Burkholder et al. 2012). ... Altogether, Hernán Cortés and Francisco Pizarro proved to be the successful conquers of the Aztecs and the Incas that history has painted them to be. ... But it was these men that would bring home gargantu...

• Word Count: 1949
• Approx Pages: 8
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

It covers the economic and social issues that arose between England and its American colonies in the 18th century, and also mentions key points in history when America decided it would endeavor to become a free and sovereign country. ... Had this act been truly enforced, it could have severely damaged the colonial economy. ... Third, he passed the Sugar Act of 1764, which cut in half the amount of taxation on raw sugar, but raised the tax on refined sugar to offset the loss of revenue. ... Fifth, he passed the Stamp Act of 1765, forcing the colonists to purchase stamps or seals to affix to leg...

• Word Count: 1977
• Approx Pages: 8
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate