Global Connections: 1450-1750

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.

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.

Dietary laws involving vegetarianism.

Belief in life after death.

Worship of multiple gods.

A central holy text called the Quran.

The Mughal Empire could enforce more equitable terms of trade with European companies by leveraging its military and economic strength.

The Mughals' focus on land power would leave them vulnerable to European seafaring advancements regardless of their policies.

European trading companies would still inevitably control Indian Ocean Trade through advanced naval technology alone.

A stronger empire would mean no presence of Europeans on the subcontinent, maintaining complete isolationism in trade matters.

The increasing urbanization and class stratifications.

The decline in colonial empires.

The spread of Buddhism globally.

A decrease in global trade networks.

Economic growth spurred industrialization.

Direct defiance against religious authority.

Rise of feminist movements.

Intellectual responses to experiences with state power.

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.

Solar power

Wind power

Oil

Water mills

Moche

Maya

Inca

Aztec