Why were the Europeans accidental conquerors?

European explorers and conquerors were often considered "accidental" because their primary motivations, such as trade, exploration, and the spread of Christianity, inadvertently led to the conquest of vast territories. They did not initially set out to conquer but rather to find new routes and resources. However, their advanced military technology, strategic alliances, and the impact of diseases on indigenous populations facilitated their dominance over native societies. This combination of factors resulted in unintended conquests that reshaped global history.