Spanish Colonial Era

The Spanish Colonial Era, spanning from the late 15th to early 19th centuries, was a period when Spain established colonies across the Americas, including parts of North and South America, the Caribbean, and the Pacific. During this time, Spain exported its culture, religion, language, and government systems to these regions. Native populations often experienced significant changes, including forced conversions to Christianity and new social hierarchies. The era shaped many aspects of their societies, infrastructure, and cultures, leaving lasting influences that persist today in language, religion, and traditions across Latin America and other former colonies.