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S2, Ep : 39. Tordesillas. The treaty that changed the World.

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In our latest chapter, we talk about the Treaty of Tordesillas, a pivotal moment in world history.

Signed in 1494, this treaty divided the newly discovered lands outside Europe between Spain and Portugal along a meridian 370 leagues west of the Green Cape Islands, Portuguese territory at the time.

This bold move by the two seafaring giants of the time reshaped global politics, economy, religion and exploration.

Discover how this division influenced the fate of entire continents, leading to the Spanish colonization of the Americas and Portuguese dominance in Africa and Asia. We'll explore the far-reaching impacts on indigenous cultures, trade routes, and the eventual conflicts that arose from this monumental agreement.

Tune in to understand how a single treaty could alter the course of history and set the stage for the modern world.

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S2, Ep : 39. Tordesillas. The treaty that changed the World.

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