The treaty influenced the patterns of European colonization, with Spain focusing on Central and South America, while Portugal claimed territories in present-day Brazil. It also contributed to a legacy of cultural and linguistic influence in these regions.
The Treaty of Tordesillas, signed in 1494 between Spain and Portugal, divided the newly discovered territories outside of Europe between the two countries, establishing their spheres of influence in the Americas.
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