+The Colonial Era describes a historical period when European powers established vast [Colonial Empires](/wiki/colonial_empire) across the globe. Driven by [Exploration](/wiki/exploration) and conquest, it profoundly reshaped societies, economies, and politics worldwide before eventually giving way to movements for independence.
+## See also
+- [Decolonization](/wiki/decolonization)
+- [Imperialism](/wiki/imperialism)
+- [Sovereignty](/wiki/sovereignty)