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Spain and Portugal attempted to lead the way in exploration and colonization in the 15th century. However, in the 16th century both England and France attempted to create colonies and conduct exploration in North America.

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Spain was the dominant nation in the early exploration of the Americas. Columbus first arrived in the Caribbean in 1492.

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