In the 15th century, Europe sought to expand trade routes to find new sources of wealth and bring Christianity to the East and any newly found lands. This European Age of Discovery saw the rise of colonial empires on a global scale, building a commercial network that connected Europe, Asia, Africa, and the New World.
That they had to pay taxes. To them or some kind of form of pay.
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Personal opinions, views, and beliefs can shadow the truth of what actually happened.
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