The Spanish Had a Long History of Conquering in the Name

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The Spanish had a long history of conquering in the name of God. From the Reconquista to the conquistadores to the settlement of the New World, Spain justified its conquests as a mission to save the souls of heathens-while putting them to work in subhuman conditions. Explore this paradox of conquering and killing in the name of saving. Remember to think about what else was going on in the world at that time with regard to the Protestant Reformation and the Inquisition.

Recognize the limitations and challenges of barter systems.

Identify the functions and characteristics of money.

Appreciate the role of specialization and labor division in economic exchange.

Explain the evolution of money from barter to contemporary forms.

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