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The Columbian Exchange

The Columbian Exchange is a term that may not be familiar to many, but it describes an event that changed

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Routes of Famous European Explorers

Introduction: Beginning in the 15th century, the European Age of Exploration marked a period of unprecedented overseas exploration. Spurred by

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The Iroquois Confederacy

The Iroquois Confederacy, also known as the Haudenosaunee or Six Nations, stands as a shining example of pre-colonial indigenous governance,

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The Aztec Empire

The Aztec Empire, with its grand temples, intricate social structures, and vast territories, stands as one of the most remarkable

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Early Mesoamerican Civilizations

Mesoamerica, a region encompassing modern-day Mexico and parts of Central America, was home to several of the world’s most ancient

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The Maya

From around the 6th century A.DThe Mayan Civilization, which has been based in the tropical marshes of what is presently

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The Inca Empire

Introduction Deep in the heart of the Andes Mountains, the Inca Empire, known as Tawantinsuyu or “The Four Regions,” emerged

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