The Columbian Exchange Crash Course World History

The video explores the Columbian Exchange, a pivotal event in world history that began with Columbus's voyages. It discusses the exchange's profound effects on global populations, agriculture, and ecosystems. Diseases like smallpox devastated Native American populations, while syphilis spread to Europe. The introduction of animals and plants reshaped agriculture and diets worldwide, leading to significant population growth. However, the exchange also led to environmental degradation and the horrors of slavery. The video concludes by questioning whether the benefits of the exchange outweigh its costs.

How did the Columbian Exchange contribute to the global population increase?

In what ways did the Columbian Exchange lead to the horrors of Atlantic slavery?

What were the consequences of the Columbian Exchange on biodiversity?

What are your thoughts on Crosby's perspective regarding the Columbian Exchange?