It depends on what country the colonists come from. For the British, it was for tobacco and trees. For the Spanish, it was for gold and glory. For the French, it was for trees and glory as well I believe. Not so sure on French tho
Ecomienda -The right to demand labor or tribute from Native Americans in a particular area
<span>It was important for Portugeese sea trade to find a a route to Indies, to establish spice trade.
Fun fact.: King itself Prince Henry never took part in any of expeditions.</span><span>
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This was an act to improve conditions for young children working long hours in factories in unsafe conditions. "no child workers under the age of nine "
