How did expansion of Spanish empire affect demographic in Latin America?
The expansion of the Spanish empire in Latin America led to significant demographic changes due to a mix of factors, including intermarriage between Europeans, Indigenous peoples, and Africans, as well as the arrival of new diseases that caused widespread population decline among Indigenous communities. The introduction of African slaves further altered the demographic makeup of the region as they were brought over to work in various industries, leading to a diverse population with complex social hierarchies.