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Christopher Columbus
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Christopher Columbus
Examines revisionist views of discoverer of America as an aspect of recognition of exploitation of American Indians.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages) |
6 sources |
1993
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" October 12, 1992 marks the 500th anniversary of Christopher Columbus' discovery of America. In the contemporary global mood, however, this is less an occasion for celebration than for meditation.. Just when business and government sponsors of the Columbus Quincentennial--the marketing extravaganza designed to mark the explorer's landing on the continent--thought the celebration would run smoothly, groups of Indian activists and artists staged protests throughout the country.On one side of this controversy were the Columbus boosters--the U.S. and Spanish governments, national and multi-national corporations--all hoping to profit politically, culturally, and economically from this event. On the other side of this disputed moment in history are the American Indians and their supporters--who no longer are willing to allow the glorification of.."
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