The Decline of the Arawaks People After Columbus’ Arrival
The arrival of Columbus in 1492 marked the beginning of the decline and destruction of the Arawaks people, the indigenous inhabitants of the Bahamas, Cuba, Jamaica, and Hispaniola. Before Columbus, the Arawaks lived in harmony with nature, sustaining themselves through fishing, hunting, and agriculture (Zinn 196). They grew crops like maize, cassava, sweet potatoes, and ... Read More
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