commercial+revolution

Unit 5 & 6

The commercial revolution was, essentially, the transformation of Western Europe from a minor spot on the map to a major world power. It was marked by the Renaissance and significant European expansion and exploration. With the introduction of mercantilism, countries became more and more focused on gaining control of resources and trade routes, this lead to a wave of expansion and colonization in the Americas as well as exploration into Africa, India, and Asia.

Sources:
 * Historyteacher.net (Outline): http://www.historyteacher.net/EuroProjects/ExamReviewSheets/CommercialRevolReview.htm

Created by: Dirk Gadsden (11 Dec. 2008)