Colonial era by Constante Constante Jennifer Melissa

COLONIAL ERA

jconstante4966 — 2024-04-22 20:59:10 UTC

Early 16th century until the early 19th century.

What happened here?

jconstante4966 — 2024-04-22 21:07:04 UTC

Ecuador experienced the Spanish conquest and colonization led by Francisco Pizarro.

Characteristics of this period

jconstante4966 — 2024-04-22 21:11:54 UTC

There were violent conflicts
Forced labor systems such as mita and exploitation of indigenous communities.
Extraction of resources such as gold and silver mining.

What was the economy at that time?

jconstante4966 — 2024-04-22 21:14:55 UTC

Its main source was the exploitation of natural resources, mainly gold and silver mining.
Encomienda.

Cultural and religious influence

jconstante4966 — 2024-04-22 21:18:26 UTC

The Catholic religion played a central role in colonial Ecuador.
The construction of churches, cathedrals, and monasteries shaped daily life and social organization.
The Spanish imposed the Catholic religion on the Indians, which meant that the Indians had to change their customs and even learn the language.

Social Stratification

jconstante4966 — 2024-04-22 21:24:52 UTC

Establishment of Spanish dominance

jconstante4966 — 2024-04-22 21:27:39 UTC

Ecuador became part of the Virreinato de Perú, with Quito being the administrative capital of the Real Audiencia de Quito, which governed the territory.

What did the Encomienda consist of?

jconstante4966 — 2024-04-22 21:30:00 UTC

It provided Spanish settlers with the right to extract labor and tribute from indigenous communities in exchange for protection and religious instruction. This system often led to the exploitation and abuse of indigenous peoples.

What is cultural syncretism?

jconstante4966 — 2024-04-22 21:32:18 UTC

It is a mixture of Spanish and indigenous cultures, languages, and traditions. It is evident in Ecuadorian architecture, music, and religious practices.

Independence Movements

jconstante4966 — 2024-04-22 21:37:03 UTC

The struggle for independence gained momentum in the early 19th century, culminating in events such as the "El primer grito de la Independencia" in 1809 and the decisive Battle of Pichincha in 1822, which ultimately led to the separation of Ecuador from Spanish colonial rule and the establishment of an independent republic.

THANKS A LOT!

jconstante4966 — 2024-04-22 21:37:28 UTC