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- "Well, I get where you're coming from Sally, but let's not forget about the negative effects of globalization either. The Europeans were not the most respectful in their takeover of lands.”
- "I totally see the benefits of global trade. I cannot imagine what our world might be like now if those exchanges had not happened."
- "I understand your concern but, global trade in the 16th and 17th centuries brought significant economic benefits. like the Columbian Exchange introduced new crops, like potatoes and corn to Europe, increasing food production. it helped to alleviate famine and promote population growth."
- But we also have to acknowledge the consequences of global trade during that time. The Atlantic slave trade was one of the darkest chapters in history, with millions of African people forcibly transported and enslaved.
- You're right, John. The slave trade was an atrocious practice and had devastating effects on the lives of many.
- Absolutely, while global trade brought economic prosperity to certain regions, it also resulted in the exploitation of indigenous peoples.
- "I agree, John. The introduction of diseases through global trade was a tragic outcome. It's essential to recognize the immense suffering caused.
- Exactly, Sally. Another consequence of global trade was the decimation of indigenous populations in the Americas due to diseases brought by Europeans.
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