Potosí was an important source of silver for which empire?
British Empire
Inca Empire
Spanish Empire
Portuguese Empire
Answer
The Spanish Empire, with its capital in Madrid, ruled over vast territories in the Americas, including present-day Bolivia, where Potosí is located. This region held immense significance due to the rich silver deposits found in Potosí's mines. During the 16th and 17th centuries, the silver extracted from Potosí played a crucial role in shaping the global economy and contributed to Spain's status as a leading global power.
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