Few historical figures have been as celebrated and demonized as Christopher Columbus--but how much of either is deserved?

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Few historical figures have been as celebrated and demonized as Christopher Columbus--but how much of either is deserved?  His impact on world events is unmistakable--but does it matter that what he set in motion for good or ill was unintentional, even accidental?  As an Italian sailing for Spain in 1492, should he receive the credit or blame for being who he was in a certain time or place?  

 

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