... of a group of people that were oppressed during this time were the mexican people or Indios. They were forced to work in the mines and often times mistreated or killed. Some of the events that led to the beginning of the age of exploration and expansion were the protestant reformation and the catholic churches counter - reformation between the years 1000 and 1650. This led to less political strife among the church and helped welcome in the renaissance ... . During this time period the renaissance took place bringing with it new interests in ... ...

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At the beginning of the sixteenth century, the Roman Catholic Church controlled the majority of religious, political and social power in Europe. However both the people and royalty started to begin multiple reforms across Europe. Papal corruption, the print press, the Renaissance, and personal ambitions all played an influence in religious reform. In addition, while the Reformation taking place in Europe was brought about by religious differences and ideals, its basis in England ... was one of personal and political change. England experienced the greatest wavering between the two religions a...

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