The Spanish were able to conquer the Americas and the indigenous peoples who lived there because they had superior weaponry and military skills in comparison with their indigenous American adversaries. Because of this superior equipment and military development they were able to conquer the Americas.
Yes--it would allow for the development of a navy and quick access to trade.
Having access to the Atlantic Ocean has provided advantages for Great Britain, Spain, and Portugal to create the first western navies. These countries were also quick to create trade with Africa and the explore the Americas.
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In 380 CE, the emperor Theodosius issued the Edict of Thessalonica, which made Christianity, specifically Nicene Christianity, the official religion of the Roman Empire. Most other Christian sects were deemed heretical, lost their legal status, and had their properties confiscated by the Roman state.
