In the late 1500s and early 1600s, the Americas had been discovered and establishment of the New World had begun. Many European nations were involved in the colonization of North and Latin America, but all had different approaches. Spain and Portugal were similar in the way they inhabited the land, but had different reasons for colonization. France approached colonization somewhat different, they were not focused on land, but on the economical impact that trade would …showed first 75 words of 873 total…

…showed last 75 words of 873 total…of them was as effective as the English. England's approach of land ownership, which spurred self-appointed government, was the key to having its citizens feels a sense of purpose, ownership, and pride. A citizen with a sense of purpose will fight to keep this feeling no matter what the cost. This was evident in the numerous wars and battles the English colonies fought and won. This feeling is what makes our country so successful today.