Protestant Reformation of Europe (1 Jan 1517 Jahr – 1 Jan 1555 Jahr)

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After Martin Luther published his "95 thesis", the process of reformation occurred in Europe which effected every facet of society, even in the Americas.

The Protestant Reformation led to theological debates and discussions about the morality of slavery. Some Protestant theologians, such as John Calvin, argued that slavery was consistent with biblical principles, while others, including Martin Luther, expressed concerns about the treatment of enslaved Africans and called for more humane treatment.

The Protestant Reformation coincided with the Age of Discovery and European colonial expansion. Protestant nations such as England, the Netherlands, and later, the United States, became major players in the transatlantic slave trade and colonial enterprises.
The Protestant work ethic, which emphasized hard work, thrift, and entrepreneurship, contributed to the economic development of Protestant nations and their colonies. This economic growth fueled demand for labor, including enslaved Africans, to work on plantations, mines, and other industries in the Americas.

The Protestant Reformation led to political and military conflicts between Catholic and Protestant nations in Europe. These conflicts, such as the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648), often spilled over into colonial territories and contributed to competition among European powers for control of overseas territories and resources.

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