March 5, 2017
King John II of Portugal
Pope Alexander VI
Treaty of Tordesillas
Gabriela Medrano
Your article was very informative! The church had a great say in the decision that finally put these two countries of Spain and Portugal at a division. The Treaty of Tordesillas was indeed a must happen because of the feud between the two and their way of claiming everything theirs. Its funny how Spain really benefited from the treaty leaving Portugal with less land. Interesting read, great article Sergio!
13/03/2017
9:08 am
Alyssa Vela
This was a very well written article! I’ve always found it interesting how once upon a time territory was claimed just because of discovery or “claim” of discovery. I really enjoyed your writing style, it seemed like you really did your research, and know exactly what you’re talking about. I didn’t have a lot of prior knowledge on The Treaty of Tordesillas, but after reading this article I do! I look forward to reading more of your work!
13/03/2017
9:08 am
Teresa Valdez
The article sets up the Treaty of Tordesillas with background information very well. It amazes me how much control the pope had over the contended territory. Both the monarchs of Spain and Portugal based their claims on contradicting documents that the pope had written. Both countries could have just occupied the areas they desired, but it was the pope, who never personally oversaw or laid claim to any of the territories that gave Spain the advantage over Portugal. Great article!
15/03/2017
9:08 am
Erick Paul Martinez
Very good article, it was full of a lot of great information that I am sure took some time to research. You were able to organize your thoughts very well and carried a great flow throughout your writing. I had zero prior knowledge of the Treaty of Tordesillas and the significance it carried in the distribution of land between Spain and Portugal. Again, very well done!
15/03/2017
9:08 am
Faisal Alqarni
Hello, Sergio this is a very nice piece and properly detailed. I am fascinated by the immense power that the Popes of that time had that Monarchies used to call upon them to resolve even disputes concerning territories claimed by each other. Also Like the way you use imagery to tell your story it gives a perspective of the timeline when this things occurred. This story of The Treaty Of Tordesillas Of 1494 shows just how much the world in this early times was a wild west kind of place where everyone was scrambling for riches and glory by using all kinds of tactics.
17/03/2017
9:08 am
Natalia Zuniga
Great article! I only ever knew the basics and just an overview of the Treaty of Tordesillas but was surprised to learn more. It crazy how much more the Spanish gained then the Portuguese. I can tell you did a lot of research and really found a lot of research. Greta job and can not wait to read more of your articles.
19/03/2017
9:08 am
Elizabeth Garibay
Great article! Your article was very informative and catchy. Its crazy how the church had a great say in the decision of putting these two countries of Spain and Portugal at a division. Its also eyeopening how Spain benefited from the treaty leaving Portugal with less land. The Treaty of Tordesillas was a must happen because of the feud between the two and their way of claiming everything as their own. Overall it was very Interesting to read, great article!
21/03/2017
9:08 am
Nahim Rancharan
This was a very interesting read. Prior to reading this, I did have some knowledge about the Treaty of Tordesillas and the agreements between Spain and Portugal about the separation of territories East and West of the Canary Island. However, this article did an excellent job at providing new information such as the treaties and papal bull’s that preceded this treaty. It was great to look at the mind frame that both religious and political authority figures were put under, especially when dealing with territorial matters, even more so during that time. Funny enough, if either power went westward or eastward, depending on their agreed territories, enough they would eventually meet and be placed in the same position of another territorial dispute. Overall, this article was very informative and organized. Good Work!
24/03/2017
9:08 am
Alyssa Valdez
Nice Article! I must admit I had heard of the treaty of tordesillas and im learned about it in high-school but I completely forgot about the details of it so your article was a nice refresher. I thought you did really good when it came to highlighting the key points. I can tell you put a lot of time and effort into your article.
30/03/2017
9:08 am
Zaraly Frasquillo
Sergio your article was super interesting and super informative. You did an amazing job in organizing it and giving great information. I can tell you did a lot of research and it was worth it man! The Treaty of Tordesillas is a topic I thought I knew real well but I was wrong. I am proud of you, and I cannot wait to read your future article! Great job!
10/03/2017
9:08 am