Christopher Columbus: Hero or Villain
Abstract: Describes several ways Columbus could be seen as a villain. Many go into detail with quotes from his letters and diaries. The source described several atrocities Columbus did against the indigenous population and details how he conquered parts of the new world.
Quote: “The natives were soon forced into slavery, and punished with the loss of a limb or death if they did not collect enough gold (a portion of which Columbus was allowed to keep for himself).”
Explanation: Columbus was very cruel and willing to hurt natives.
Quote: “In 1499, the Spanish monarchs got wind of the mistreatment of Spanish colonists in Hispaniola, including the flogging and executions without trial. Columbus, who was governor of the territory, was arrested, chained up, and brought back to Spain.”
Explanation: Columbus was even punished by the Spanish government for the way he treated people under his power.
Citation:
Myint, B. “Christopher Columbus: Hero or Villain.” Biography.com https://www.biography.com/news/christopher-columbus-day-facts. Accessed 16 February. 2018.
Connor Gregory