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Who was Henry Morgan?
Henry Morgan was a famous pirate born in 1635 in Wales, known for his exploits in the Caribbean, particularly against Spanish territories.
What title did Henry Morgan hold when he became the commander of the militia in Port Royal?
Commander of the militia in Port Royal.
What was one of the wealthiest Spanish cities that Morgan captured?
Puerto Bello, Panama.
What did Henry Morgan achieve in 1670 during the gold venture in Panama?
He captured the city and acquired 100,000 English Pounds.
What led to Henry Morgan being recalled to England in the late 1670s?
Morgan was recalled because England and Spain were no longer at war.
What significant event happened to Port Royal in 1692?
Port Royal was destroyed by a terrible earthquake.
Why did Spain neglect the Lesser Antilles during the 17th century?
The Greater Antilles were larger, had better economic prospects, and the Lesser Antilles were difficult to access.
What strategy did the Dutch use in the Caribbean during the 17th century?
The Dutch focused on establishing trading stations rather than large colonies.
What colony did the English establish in 1624, considered their first island colony?
St. Kitts.
Who organized the Campagnie des Isles d’Amerique to extend French possessions?
Cardinal Richelieu.
What was the role of Pedro Mendez de Aviles in the Spanish defense strategy?
He recommended establishing a proper defense system against raiders and attacks.
Which treaty settled conflicts between Spain and Portugal in 1494?
Treaty of Tordesillas.
What was the Asiento system in Spanish colonies designed to address?
The illegal trafficking of slaves.
What was the outcome of the Treaty of Munster in 1648?
It recognized Dutch independence and ended the conflict between Spain and the Dutch.
What did the proprietary system result in for the French colonies?
Underdevelopment due to private feuds and personal self-interest.
Name one of the French islands claimed by France in the 17th century.
Guadeloupe or Martinique.
What major natural disaster contributed to the decline of Port Royal?
An earthquake in 1692.
Which English island was nicknamed the 'Mother Colony'?
St. Kitts.
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