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Europe was rich because of plunder, trade, and some respect for learning
by readthenotes1 3y ago
Europe was rich because of plunder, trade, and some respect for learning
- willmadden 3y agoThat's incredibly offensive and complete bs.
- readthenotes1 3y agoNo, really, they did have some respect for learning.
- willmadden 3y agoEuropeans did not become wealthy from plunder and trade. That's preposterous. In fact, their monarchies were assassinated (Russian), overthrown (French), or otherwise forced into the twilight (UK) by non-European influences, starting in the 17th-18th century. The common Christian religions were brought to heel during the same time.
- readthenotes1 3y agoThe East Indies company's didn't exist, or the Compagnie du Congo Belge, etc. and no loot was transferred to Europe from the colonies? Shocking. You might want to visit the Louvre and the British Museum.
- willmadden 2y agoHistory is written by the victors. They also control the museums. You might want to read some alternative accounts of modern history with an open mind.