Columbus

The large ships drew in. The natives had no idea what was going on, but they were horrified. Then they saw them, men with pale faces, shiny metals on their breasts, giant horses, and weapons. The natives would become even more horrified once they learned the disturbing truth, but for many it was too late. Columbus and his men murdered thousands of Indians when they came to the New World. In America today, many people …showed first 75 words of 743 total…

…showed last 75 words of 743 total…died from the harsh physical strain of being a slave (D’Souza). In conclusion, American society must acknowledge that Columbus was not a great figure in history. He was not a heroic man, he was a murderer. He did not come to the New World on good intentions, he came to enslave and make himself wealthy. Once people realize the truth, then the Native Americans who were killed will have the proper recognition they deserve.