History of Colonial Latin America

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This course focuses on the history of Latin America from the eve of Spanish and Portuguese conquest in the late 15th century to the independence movements of the early 19th century. Themes will include the conquest of the Inca and Aztec Empires, the exploration and settlement of Argentina, Brazil and Chile, the Bourbon and Pombaline Reforms, the African slave trade, 18th century uprisings, and the distinct origins of independence movements in Argentina, Venezuela and Mexico.