The era of European exploration had lasting effects on our world. Many of these European explorers believed they "discovered" a "new world" when, in reality, people had been living there all along. These people that were indigenous to these areas were extremely affected by this exploration. While the Europeans that came over to North and South America, brought new animals, plants, and technology, they also brought disease and war that plagued many nations.
Many of the indigenous people lost their homes, their loved ones, and even their lives... Sadly, this new era sparked a culture of enslavement and genocide.
Many of the indigenous people lost their homes, their loved ones, and even their lives... Sadly, this new era sparked a culture of enslavement and genocide.