Ep.5 Enter the Europeans and Columbus - CSEC Caribbean History (History Class)
In Ep.5, we look at a series of events that unfold that lead to the arrival of Christopher Columbus and the Spanish to the Caribbean in the year 1492. Let's dive in; Class in session!
I must apologize for the length of the video☹️but I really hope that you enjoy it and that it helps you in your exam preps and your general historical learning😃
Chapters
0:00 Objectives and Introduction
1:55 Society in Europe (15th Century)
4:04 Religion in Europe (15th Century)
6:59 Trade in Europe (15th Century)
8:03 The Silk Road
9:44 The Mongolian Empire and the Silk Road
12:33 Marco Polo's Impact
14:40 Venice and Arab Trade
17:47 Sourcing Gold from West Africa
20:37 The Ottoman Empire's Rise and Blockade
24:24 Venice and Portugal find a Solution
28:04 Portugal Navigates the Western Coast of Africa
32:01 The Portuguese and Technology in Navigation
35:27 Introducing Christopher Columbus
37:17 Christopher Columbus' Motivations
38:54 King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella
42:39 Columbus' request to sail West
44:03 Columbus sets sail
44:59 Reasons for European Interest in "The New World"
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Disclaimer: This video is not produced by, nor associated with, the Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC).
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