265. Danish Greenland: Eradicating Inuit Culture (Ep 3)
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The Complex Legacy of Colonial Greenland
This chapter explores Greenland's historical context, focusing on its Viking settlements and contemporary Inuit struggles against foreign exploitation. It details the challenges faced by Danish settlers, driven by both missionary zeal and profit motives, as they encountered resistance from the Inuit. Additionally, the chapter examines the establishment of monopolistic practices that restricted Inuit autonomy and exacerbated their marginalization under colonial rule.
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