Spain's rise as a major world power began in the late 15th century with the unification of the kingdoms of Castile and Aragon and the subsequent completion of the Reconquista in 1492, which established Christian rule over the Iberian Peninsula. This was followed by the Age of Exploration, marked by Christopher Columbus’s voyage to the Americas in the same year, leading to the establishment of vast colonial territories and an influx of wealth from the New World. Finally, the 16th century saw Spain consolidate its power through significant military and naval strength, becoming a dominant force in Europe and the Americas during the Spanish Golden Age.
in 3 sentences. What is the correct sequence of events related to Spain’s rise as a major world power?
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