In this context, "Spanish" refers to Spain's role in global exploration, colonization, and trade from roughly 1492 through 1898. This includes its establishment of vast colonial empires in places like South America and Philippines.
Conquistadors: Spanish explorers who sought fame and fortune in the New World; they conquered large territories including Aztec Mexico led by Hernan Cortes & Inca Peru led by Francisco Pizarro.
Encomienda System: A labor system instituted by Spanish crown during the colonization of Americas where Spanish settlers were granted authority over indigenous populations.
Spanish Armada: A large naval fleet sent by Spain against England in 1588; its defeat marked a significant decline in Spanish power.
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