1. Europeans: Various European nations, including Spain, Portugal, France, England, the Netherlands, and Russia, established colonies and claimed vast territories in the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Oceania during the Age of Exploration and colonialism.
2. Native Americans: Native American tribes and nations established settlements and claimed territories across the Americas prior to European colonization.
3. Ancient Civilizations: Civilizations such as the Maya, Aztec, Inca, and ancient Egyptians established settlements and claimed territories in their respective regions.
4. African Kingdoms and Empires: African kingdoms and empires, such as the Songhai Empire, the Mali Empire, and the Zulu Kingdom, established settlements and claimed land in Africa.
5. Asian Empires: Asian empires, such as the Mongol Empire, the Chinese Empire, and the Ottoman Empire, established settlements and claimed vast territories across Asia and beyond.
6. Polynesians: Polynesian voyagers settled various islands in the Pacific Ocean and established their own territories and societies.
7. Australian Aboriginal Peoples: Aboriginal Australian peoples have a long history of settling and claiming land in Australia.
These are just a few examples, as there have been numerous groups throughout history that have established settlements and claimed land.