The Impact of Columbus and European Colonization

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This chapter analyzes the role of Christopher Columbus and European colonization in shaping Western development, highlighting the trade of valuable commodities like gold, silver, sugar, and cotton. It explores the devastating impact of colonization on the indigenous population and discusses the historical context of the Atlantic system and the accumulation of wealth that led to Western dominance.

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