1. An Essay On Becoming America
Yet the experience of African slaves and the Native American Indians starkly contrasts with that of the European immigrant groups, and describes a second, darker facet to American culture that still exists today. ... Both groups were perceived as being sub-human as a result of their completely non-European origins. ... Similarly, the Indians were seen only as sources of trade, and as useful allies during times of war with other Europeans. While many Americans consider slavery and the indirect genocide of the Indians to be regrettable, but concluded chapters of American history, the ethnocentri...
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- Approx Pages: 9
- Grade Level: Graduate