Aim Explain the Columbian Exchange Effects of Colonization

Aim: Explain the Columbian Exchange

Effects of Colonization in Americas The colonization of the Americas dramatically changed the world n Prompted both voluntary and forced migration of people n Colonization also resulted in the exchange of new items that greatly influenced the lives of people throughout the world n The new wealth from the Americas resulted in new business and trade practices in Europe n

The Columbian Exchange The global transfer of foods, plants, and animals during the colonization of Americas is known as the Columbian Exchange n Ships from Americas brought back items for Europeans, Asians and Africans n Ex: Tomatoes, squash, pineapples, tobacco, and cacao beans (chocolate) n Most important items were corn and potatoes (inexpensive & nutritious) n Europeans also introduced things to the Americas from Europe and Africa n Ex: horses, cattle, sheep, and pigs, bananas, black-eyed peas, yams, wheat, rice, barley, and oats n

Impact of Columbian Exchange had tragic impact on Native Americans n In addition to bringing items to Americas, Europeans also brought diseases n Included smallpox, measles, influenza, typhus, malaria, and diphtheria n Resulted in death of millions of Native Americans n Establishment of colonial empires in the Americas influenced nations of Europe n New wealth coupled in growth of overseas trade n Led to new business and trade practices in Europe during 16 & 17 centuries n Changed economics in Europe n Included growth of Capitalism. Economic system based on private n