What is the background of Christopher Columbus and how does it impact the narrative we see of him? What was the role of Columbus in the development of West African slavery? Was slavery the initial source of wealth in the “New World”?

What is the background of Christopher Columbus and how does it impact the narrative we see of him?

What was the role of Columbus in the development of West African slavery?

Was slavery the initial source of wealth in the “New World”?

How do these videos fit together and how do you think their connection influences our perceptions of exploration?

Use these videos as your sources. Christopher Columbus: Bad Explorer, Great Conman Slavery in the Americas https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pe9_FAANig8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=opUDFaqNgXc 9/1

In Defense of Columbus: An Exaggerated Evil https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEw8c6TmzGg