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Answer:
The defeat of the spanish armada
Explanation
England's defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588 opened up the seaways and ensured England safe passage to colonize North America.
Cultural diffusion<span> is the spread of </span>cultural<span> beliefs and social activities from one group to another. The mixing of world </span>cultures<span> through different ethnicities, religions and nationalities has increased with advanced communication, transportation and technology.</span>