Why would commercial interests be interested in an expanded America that had ports on the Pacific coast?

Respond to the scenario regarding spanish colonial life in latin america. you are a creole living in venezuela. your family is wealthy and you are well educated. through your education, you have learned about enlightenment ideas regarding life, liberty, and property. although you are not in a position of power, you enjoy a comfortable life. when a revolution spreads in your country, you are faced with a decision to become a supporter of venezuelan independence, or support spain, and your current way of life. what do you do? write 5 paragraphs

What were 3 advantages to rail road growth

Consider two major achievements made in china - shi huangdi’s expansion of the great wall and wudi’s opening up the silk road. how did each affect china’s relationship with the outside world?