E226 - A New History of the Americas Pt. 1 w/ Greg Grandin
American Prestige
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Colonialism and the Birth of Capitalism
This chapter examines the historical debate regarding the origins of capitalism in relation to colonial exploitation in the New World. It explores the role of differing colonial experiences, particularly between Spanish and English settlers, in shaping social democratic ideals and political governance. The discussion highlights the complex interplay of labor, race, and identity in both the emergence of capitalism and the social structures that developed in post-colonial societies.
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