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... The result is that what we know about many historical figures and their actions is skewed to favor one side.
One major example is the writings about Christopher Columbus. ... “For many Native Americans, to be asked to celebrate Columbus is the equivalent of asking Jews to celebrate Hitler” (206). It is sad that everyone who learns about Columbus in schools is taught that he was a great explorer who did wonderful things; I think they should also understand that this may not be the whole truth. ...
The history of King Leopold is also a good example of Eurocentrism. ... King Leopold also tricked people into thinking he was such a great leader and wonderful role model by preaching that he was going to end slavery when he actually just called them volunteers, “ Two boats… just arrived with Sergeant Lens and 25 volunteers from Engwettra in chains; two men drowned trying to escape” (pg 130).
Approximate Word count = 709
Approximate Pages = 2.8
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