Colonial Brutality and Indigenous Suffering

This chapter examines the violent encounters faced by indigenous populations during the European colonization of the Americas, with a focus on the Spanish colonizers' brutality. It highlights Bartolome de las Casas's evolving critique of colonialism, emphasizing the devastating impact on indigenous communities and the resulting systemic oppression. Additionally, the chapter explores the complex dynamics of slavery, race, and economic motivations that shaped the treatment of both Native American and African individuals during this tumultuous period.