Behind the Bastards

Part One: Christopher Columbus: Bringer of the Apocalypse

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Sep 6, 2022
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Columbus' Harsh Birthplace

  • Columbus was born into a world devastated by the Black Death with severe moral and societal norms.
  • Genoa, his birthplace, was heavily reliant on trading and slavery, shaping his worldview.
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Fall of Constantinople's Impact

  • The fall of Constantinople was a major event signaling Christian apocalypse.
  • This disrupted European access to Asian trade, motivating new exploration routes.
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Fragmented Italy and Genoa's Economy

  • Genoa's economy was deeply tied to maritime trade and slavery.
  • Italy was not a unified country but a collection of rival city-states.
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