south america

Inca

A large northwestern empire located in modern-day Peru, known for its great road system, silver production, and communication device called quipu.

Cuzco

The capital of the Inca Empire.

Age of Exploration

A period characterized by the exploration and colonization of the Americas by European powers, mainly Portugal and Spain.

Conquistador Pizarro

A Spanish conquistador known for overthrowing the Inca empire in the 1530s.

Creoles

Wealthy individuals of 100% European descent who were born and lived in the New World.

Brazilian Revolution

A movement led by the Portuguese prince to overthrow the king and queen of Portugal, resulting in the creation of Brazil.

Haitian Revolution

A successful revolution led by Toussaint Louverture which overthrew the French, establishing the first-ever free slave colony.

Cold War

A period marked by declining economies and political instability in many countries, leading to communist policies and military dictatorships.

Pinochet

Military dictator of Chile during the Cold War period.

Globalization

The implementation of capitalism in many countries, leading to the production of goods for Western nations and resulting in prosperity.