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Spanish History New World
What explains the success is remarkable Spanish in the subjugation of the world new civilizations?
c. 1513 – The analyzation needs. anyone an expert in history?
The Spanish had a great advantage over the indigenous civilizations of the New World, namely the use of reinforcement bars and personal weapons. They also had horses, that indigenous people had never seen and were afraid. They were a very organized, and although they were numerically outnumbered by the various indigenous groups overcame the Indians were not as organized or loyal to any one person could coordinate their defenses. The Spanish also brought the disease, which did much to decimate the populations they encountered. While the Spanish had developed resistance or immunity to disease, such as smallpox, the Indians had none of both. The Spanish were able to have, basically, by sheer force, using available technology, and use of the effects of the disease on their behalf. In some cases, were able to use indigenous religious superstition for their own benefit as well, and did not hesitate to do so. They had the advantage almost from the first landings, and ensured that remains, brutally if necessary. The Indians saw the Spanish as a means of getting even with former enemies, and often helped the Spanish and had no hesitation in using the information or assistance. Indians learned very quickly that those who worked lived, and not be eliminated, and most opted for cooperation.