Colombian Exchange Effects
Words: 792 Pages: 3 6948The Columbian Exchange revolutionized global history, connecting continents through the transfer of goods and ideas. While this exchange facilitated significant agricultural and cultural transformations, it also had dire consequences for Native American populations. This essay contends that the Colombian Exchange negatively impacted the lives of Native Americans, as it introduced a host of infectious diseases such as smallpox, measles, and influenza, for which the indigenous populations had no natural immunity or cures. The arrival of European explorers and their interactions […]