When Venezuela was Colonized by German Bankers | German Conquistadors, History of Venezuela

The video explores the Velsers' colonization of Venezuela in the 16th century, highlighting their influence and activities, such as founding cities and searching for El Dorado. It also covers other German and European colonial attempts in the Americas, including Brandenburg's and Corland's efforts. The video discusses various failed colonial ventures and the eventual decline of the Velsers' influence. Additionally, it touches on French colonial pursuits in Brazil and the broader context of European colonization.

Which family was given control over Venezuela by Emperor Charles the 5th?

• The Velsers

• The Fugers

• The Habsburgs

• The Medici

What was the outcome of Hanau's attempt to buy Dutch Guinea?

• They established a small settlement

• They failed due to lack of funds

• They sold the contract to the English

• They successfully colonized the area

What was the original name of the city of Maracaibo?

• Klein Venedig

• New Augsburg

• New Nuremberg

• Little Venice

Who was the German conquistador that explored the Oronoco River?

• Ambrosius Ihinga

• Nicholas Federman

• George von Spare

• Philip von Hooten

What was the fate of von Hutton and Velsa upon their return to Venezuela?

• They were welcomed as heroes

• They became governors

• They were arrested and executed

• They found El Dorado

Who was captured by the Tupi Nampa and later wrote about cannibalism?

• Alexander von Humboldt

• Hans Staden

• George von Spare

• Nicholas Federman

What did Alexander von Humboldt contribute to the understanding of the Americas?

• He discovered El Dorado

• He mapped the Amazon River

• He established a German colony

• He suggested human activity altered the atmosphere