European Colonization of North America was a vast occurrence in North America when Europeans arrived in 1492. European Nations ought to gain something from establishing control of the Native territory in the Americas, such as resources that would boost their economic status, to spread religious beliefs, and to gain higher authority and power that would allow them to acquire a higher sense of being and to be seen as accomplished and powerful; which is why the reason for European colonization of North America between 1492-1700 can be defined as what they called the 3 G’s, known as God, Gold, and Glory. The search for the 3 G’s is what the Europeans strived for; they believed that this would be what would lead them to success. The European motive …show more content…
Every European nation wanted to be praised, honored, and recognized for any sort of achievement or discovery they contributed to. So in search of new opportunities and resources they could get their hands on to flourish in lifestyle and economy, they decided they could find it in North America, where they came to know that the natives had an abundance of resources that would serve them well. As shown in Document 3, a written source from Samuel de Champion in 1609, the native islands were abundant in fine woods, wild animals, hefty fish, grains, and unlimited fruit. Claiming such territory, especially one so rich and abundant in material, would allow the European monarchs to gain more power and strengthen their position in European politics. Competition and thirst for glory was grand for major European nations.Furthermore it is made known in Document 6,written by John Gilmary, that the South river in this area is partly settled by Dutch and Sweden. The Swedes did not believe that it was fair for the natives to have at hand all these resources of this river on their own, near this river it is reported for a gold mine to be located. This shows that the Europeans seek economic opportunity in these areas. Supply and materialment money and profit, all which contribute to Glory for European Nations. The more money one inhabited, the more respected and powerful such a nation would gain, which is why colonialism was so important for the Europeans. An example of this is how European countries such as Spain, France, the Netherlands, and England would compete in the amount of glory they obtained. This would lead the following European nations to colonize quickly and aggressively. Each nation had a different plan for how they would make the most of colonizing other lands, some being more successful than others, such as England. This goes to demonstrate that a key motive for colonization was the thirst and
During the seventeenth century, numerous civilizations were flourishing in North America before Europeans came to the United States. When the Agricultural Revolution occurred 2000 B.C.E, Americans became sedentary and more cultures began to develop. Significant population centers and society developed a strong sense of belonging to a civilization. These civilizations were Hopewell, Adena, and the biggest one: Cahokia. The last one was considered the “City of The Sun” along with Mississippi River
The English began colonizing North America for economic, social, and religious reasons. In the 1600s, there were many tensions rising in England. There were disputes over land. At the time, there was simply not enough land to sustain the population. During this time, many people were also looking to move up in social status. They were no longer satisfied with where they were. There was also mounting religious conflict during this time. England implemented a nationwide religious policy. Many people
There are many different factors that make up the motivation of the colonization of British North America in the Seventeenth century. Throughout the documents, there are a few words that come to mind time and time again when thinking about the English and French. Some of these words are greedy, adventurous, and religious. The English and French have many differences in the way they wanted their societies to be, and how they controlled the societies. Trade: This is the one thing that motivated all
and liberty in America. Although this freedom feels secure and everlasting there was time in our history that wasn’t similar. Before the United States of America, the east coast of this country was made up of many colonies. These colonies were extensions of the British reigns. During this time period the goals of every country were to expand land overseas and have the most gold in their treasury. These goals can be defined by the word mercantilism. As these colonies in North America further developed
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Omelas’’ by Ursula Le Guin describes a utopian society based on the suffering and mistreatment of an unfortunate child. Omelas reflects contemporary North American society, in its claim to being an idyllic society built on the foundation of pain, which is discussed, firstly by an analysis of Omelas and the child, then a contrast analysis of contemporary North American society and the third world sweatshop workers and finally by the perspective of both society regarding the irony of situation which shows
Many people believe that giant, man-like creatures called Bigfoots or Sasquatches exist in the dense forests and mountains of North America. However, these people could not be more wrong. For several years, many people who make regular trips through North American forests have claimed that they have had some form of encounter with a larger, hairy creature called Bigfoot. No specific scientific evidence, however, has proven that these creatures exist, so the only proof of a Sasquatch ever living is
from both members of the group to a degree that it often causes war. Assimilation of the Native Americans and the Europeans during the seventeenth century are described as a cruel and a horrific period. As John M. Murrin states “the discovery of America was an evil. Never can the advantages it brought about (no matter how one considers or depicts them) compensate for the harm it has caused.” Although this may be true, the cantankerous and domineering Europeans depended on the economic, political
Zima is Clear Carbonated, malt-based beverage, was launched in 1992. It was completely outside of the Coors Umbrella with Laura Sankey as the product manager of the brand. Whereas, Coors is a brewing company, the quality and taste of Coors resulted in a significant regional success from the beginning. The united states beer industry is an extremely competitive market. When analyzing the beer market. Coors lies 3rd in the Beer Industry with 10.6% of overall market share. Zima was initially successful
Indigenous Rights in Mexico and Central America Introduction The injustice surrounding the Indigenous populations in Mexico and Central America began with the Spanish colonies in the sixteenth century, and the struggle for their land and constitution rights has been an ongoing battle for hundreds of years. The indigenous people take up a large part of the population in Mexico and Central America. (See Table 1; Graph 1 below). Indigenous people make up of over 16 percent of the Mexican
animals have emphasized the virtues of the animals, and repeatedly taught children to be, “wise, gentle, brave, or cheerful in the same manner as certain birds and animals” (Caduto and Bruchac, XI). An animal of great importance to the tribes of North America, was and still is, the elk. The elk was not only a source of food but also for clothes, tools, glue, and even teepee coverings. The teeth of the elk were used a jewelry to be worn only by the women of the tribes, also as a currency among the Native
Fredrick Jackson Turner and Reginald Horsman present us with two very different views of American History. Turner views the American period of expansionism across the North American continent as if this were a natural phenomenon. In contrast, Horsman begs us to consider such a perception—very seriously. Where Turner sees something like a sprit of freedom and independence driving the course of American history into the western frontier—and (coincidentally) over the peoples already living there—Horsman
How does globalization contribute to sustainable prosperity for all people? Globalization contributes to sustainable prosperity for all people by trading, supplying jobs and minimum standard for education. Trading keeps peace between countries and gives us what we want and need in life. Sharing ideas helps us connect with each other and when we share ideas and put our minds together great things come from it. Supplying jobs helps poverty stricken people in different parts of the world make a good
and the spread of civilization. Cabrillo was an educated man and taught the natives of the New World many things. He was held in high regard in the Americas which gave Spain, the place he explored for, a good foothold on things like territories and goods. Lastly, he was one of the very first Europeans to scout out the west coast of North America. The fact that Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo was educated helped him immensely in his travels. Cabrillo knew how to build ships and was very good at it. This
why the colonists came to North America. One reason was because they wanted to escape King Edward so they could fallow freely their own religion and to seek riches. Also the Puritans came to North America because they wanted a lace to practice their religion without fear of the government. Also that the religion they wanted to practice was considered more fundamentalist than what was being practiced from where they came. the English colonies were successful in North America was because the British