High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles The Spanish Empire (Spanish: Imperio Espa ol) comprised territories and colonies administered directly by Spain in Europe, in America, Africa, Asia and Oceania. It originated during the Age of Exploration and was therefore one of the first global empires. At the time of Habsburgs, Spain reached the peak of its world power. being the foremost global power. It lasted from the 15th century through - in the case of its African holdings - the latter portion of the 20th century.
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