Dominion Quote by Thomas Gage
“It may be said of them [the Hollanders], as of the Spaniards, that the sun never sets upon their Dominions.”
About This Quote
The quote likens the global reach of the Dutch and Spanish empires to the phrase that the sun never sets on their dominions, highlighting their extensive colonial holdings.
In simple terms: Their empires spanned the globe.
Colonial breadth equals worldwide presence.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- world history class
- political analysis
- cultural studies
Key Concepts
Practical Applications
- compare empire sizes
- explain colonial impact
Questions to Reflect On
- What factors enabled such vast empires?
- How did these empires affect indigenous societies?