HIST 1301 Tallahassee Community College Slave Trade Essay 1- One of the main jobs of historians is to interpret the past by reviewing primary documents, sc

HIST 1301 Tallahassee Community College Slave Trade Essay 1- One of the main jobs of historians is to interpret the past by reviewing primary documents, scholarly secondary sources, and then creating an analysis of this research. After reading your text and reviewing the assigned materials, submit an analysis of the origins of slavery in North America.You might want to consider the following questions, but you are not limited to them: What have you previously been taught about the origins of slavery in North America? Why did Europeans in the Americas switch from Native American slavery to African slavery? How did the readings expand your knowledge on the topic? This assignment should be at least 300 words and contain your reactions or questions about some specific issue within the historical narrative which you find compelling. For full credit, your paper must not simply sum up the reading or repeat points made there. Rather, I’m looking for you to create your own interpretation, explain the emotional content of the piece, or discuss some original insight. Include citations as needed.2-In the last couple of decade, certain incidents or moments have become litmus tests for larger historical understandings. The arrival of Columbus to the New World is one such event. Both historians and the public at large have debated the meaning of Columbus’ voyages and his legacy. In this discussion, please explain what you understand to be the actual accomplishments or failures of Columbus, then discuss the legacy of the explorer specifically tied to Columbus Day. Does a man who never stepped into the Continental US deserve a federal holiday? What do you think of the argument for changing the name and focus of the holiday from Columbus to “Indigenous Peoples”? Does changing the holiday dishonor the heritage of Italian-Americans, a group that has also faced discrimination? Or does changing the name serve to recognize and affirm the overlooked history and contributions of Native Americans?
To receive full credit for this assignment your post must:

Address the questions asked in the paragraph above in at least a 300-word post and cite all outside sources appropriately
In your initial post, include at least one interesting question the readings raised for you
Reply to at least two of your classmates’ posts and attempt to answer their question (100 word posts minimum)