Review:
The Columbian Exchange
overall review score: 4.5
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The Columbian Exchange refers to the widespread transfer of plants, animals, culture, human populations, technology, and ideas between the Americas and the Old World following the voyages of Christopher Columbus in 1492.
Key Features
- Exchange of plants and animals
- Spread of diseases
- Cross-cultural interactions
- Transfer of technologies and ideas
Pros
- Facilitated the exchange of diverse goods and resources between continents
- Led to the spread of new foods and crops around the world
- Promoted cross-cultural interactions and exchange of knowledge
Cons
- Introduction of new diseases that decimated indigenous populations
- Impact on local ecosystems due to introduction of non-native species
- Enforced economic exploitation and colonization by European powers