Global Connections: 1450-1750

It resulted in the unification of East and West Roman Empires.

It started the Renaissance period in Europe.

It marked the end of the Byzantine Empire and paved way for Ottoman dominance.

It led directly to the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus.

It's the first time Europe engages in trade with Africa

Its the first time trade routes are only ocean-based

It's the first time that Chinese products are found in the Middle East

It's the first time the Americas are included in global trade

Africa became a single united nation governed by one central authority.

Many African nations gained independence and established their own governments.

Most African territories were annexed by the United States or Russia during this period.

European colonial powers maintained their control over most African territories.

Increased collaboration and mutual dependency could lead to stronger peace initiatives.

Total economic isolation due to self-sufficiency leading to diminished diplomatic contacts.

A shift towards unilateral military interventions without regard for economic partnerships.

The abandonment of international trade agreements in favor of local autarkies.

Greater integration and codification of cultural identities across borders.

Permanent fracturing of supranational entities such as the European Union.

Emergence of a single global language that simplifies diplomacy and negotiations.

Total dissolution of sovereign states in favor of a new world order.

Gunpowder

The Wheel

High-Yielding Crops

Nuclear Power

Amritsar Society for Independence

Indian National Congress

Swaraj Party

Muslim League

South Asia

East Africa

Southeast Asia

western Europe

Rich tea plantation management

Champa rice cultivation

Sorghum rotation techniques

Silk mulberry tree planting

Globally, countries abolished slavery during both periods.

A decrease in global conflicts was recorded during these times.

Both periods led to an immediate increase in life expectancy worldwide.

Both periods saw significant shifts in workforce skills leading to economic transformations.