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Geoffrey Platt 10/8/01 USEM 55A Roxanne Davila Christopher Columbus: Our Nations Noble Founder...Or Is He? People today try very carefully to be politically correct in order to ensure the equality of all races and creeds. When examining and studying historical events, it is unavoidable but to look at the 15th century through the lenses of a 21st century thinker. Accordingly, many modern historians have begun to view Columbus more critically than historians of the past. These modern day historical analysts tend to judge Columbus, his work and behavior in terms of modern day society (in which he would be considered politically uncorrect) and neglect to appreciate the good that he did. Professional historians always keep in mind that Columbus created history over four hundred years ago, when societies had different standards and morals. One must take into consideration the time period and environment in which he lived, and his reasons and justifications for his actions. The 15th...

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