The voyage of Christopher Columbus in 1492 marked a pivotal moment in world history, initiating a period of extensive exploration and interaction between the Old and New Worlds. This event set the stage for the subsequent European colonization of the Americas, which profoundly impacted the global landscape. The history of America since then is a complex tapestry woven with the threads of discovery, conquest, resistance, and transformation. It encompasses the rise and fall of empires, the struggle for independence, the forging of a nation, and the ongoing quest for identity and progress. As we delve into this history, we embark on a journey that reveals the resilience and ingenuity of the human spirit, the richness of diverse cultures, and the relentless pursuit of freedom and justice. This introduction will serve as a gateway to understanding the multifaceted narrative of America, a land shaped by the dreams and challenges of countless individuals and communities.
Contents
1. Introduction 4
2. The First Fifty Years After Columbus 6
3. Events in America from 1500 to 1599 AD 14
4. What was lifelike in St. Augustine during the 16th century? 16
5. The Events of the 17th Century 21
6. Origin and History of Argentina 23
7. Indigenous Tribes of Argentina 26
8. Origin and History of Bolivia 30
9. The Famous Landmarks of Bolivia 33
10. Origin and History of Brazil 36
11. Indigenous People of Brazil 39
12. Practices of Indigenous Peoples of Brazil 42
13. Origin and History of Chile 46
14. Indigenous Peoples of Chile 49
15. Origin and History of Cuba 59
16. Indigenous Peoples of Cuba 62
17. Origin and History of Colombia 68
18. Indigenous Peoples of Colombia 70
19. Origin and History of Ecuador 78
20. Indigenous Culture of Ecuador 80
21. Traditional Foods of Ecuador 82
22. Origin and History of Guyana 92
23. Indigenous Culture of Guyana 96
24. Origin and History of Paraguay 111
25. Indigenous Culture of Paraguay 116
26. Origin and History of Peru 121
27. Indigenous Culture of Peru 127
28. Origin and History of Surinam 137
29. Indigenous Culture of Suriname 142
30. Origin and History of Uruguay 151
31. Origin and History of Venezuela 163
32. Indigenous Culture of Venezuela 171
33. Origin and History of West Indies 182
34. Indigenous Culture of West Indies 189
35. About the Author 199