Show 68 - BLITZ Human Resources

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Mar 7, 2022

Delve into the tumultuous history of the Atlantic slave trade, uncovering the moral dilemmas and economic motivations behind chattel slavery. Explore Columbus's expeditions as entrepreneurial endeavors that ignited globalization, alongside the devastating effects of disease on indigenous populations. Witness the violent encounters faced by native communities during colonization and the complex dynamics of race and oppression. The narrative connects historical injustices with present-day social issues, highlighting the lasting legacy of slavery in shaping human rights discourses.

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Columbus's Medieval World

Columbus's world was violent, with public executions and torture.
He was a product of the Middle Ages, making his behavior unsurprising.

INSIGHT

Early Slavery Dynamics

Pre-Columbus slavery focused on religion, not skin color.
Christians and Moors enslaved each other, demonstrating widespread practice across groups.

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Unholy Fusion

The Atlantic slave trade fused proto-capitalism with human bondage.
This combined a modern economic system with an ancient, brutal practice.

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