Why, in your opinion (based on historical evidence, of course), was Europe able to dominate the later early modern period and become such a powerhouse in the 18th century and beyond?

The transition from the medieval period to the early modern period occurred in fits and starts, with places developing at different rates due to a variety of historical contingencies. By the end of our period, Europe had come to the center of the global stage, thanks largely to factors that were accidentally advantageous or because of issues and conflicts that held other regions back from competing at the same level.

Why, in your opinion (based on historical evidence, of course), was Europe able to dominate the later early modern period and become such a powerhouse in the 18th century and beyond? 

Format your answer in a standard essay format (intro, body, conclusion) with at least three examples from weeks 1-5 and at least three examples from weeks 6-10 with in-text citations for a total of six (6) examples. These examples can be from readings or lectures but all six need to be from different sources, meaning  three separate readings or  three separate lectures.

James M. Ludlow, “The Tribute of Children”Links to an external site.

Lady Mary Wortley Montagu, “Smallpox Vaccination in Turkey”Links to an external site.

· Père du Halde, “Teaching Science to the Manchu Emperor”Links to an external site.

Please use only the reading that I assign do not use any other reading from outside