Question

Which European power established the encomienda system in the Americas?

Answer 1

The Spanish, hope this helps

Answer 2

Answer: Spain

Step-by-step explanation:

The encomienda system was used by the Spanish colonies to subject the Native Americans to forced labor. The encomienda was a labor system which main aim was to exploit the Native Americans for personal profits so the Spanish did not have to import slaves from Africa. It was a rewarding system for conquerors.