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Study puts the ‘Carib’ in ‘Caribbean,’ boosting credibility of Columbus’ cannibal claims

Christopher Columbus’ accounts of the Caribbean include harrowing descriptions of fierce raiders who abducted women and cannibalized men – stories long dismissed as myths. But a…
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Columbus’ descriptions of Caribbean cannibals have long been dismissed as myths. But a new study of skulls gives credence to his claims - and upends what we thought we knew about the region. #Caribbean #CaribbeanHistory #Columbus #FirstPeople

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Columbus’ descriptions of Caribbean cannibals have long been dismissed as myths. But a new study of skulls gives credence to his claims - and upends what we thought we knew about the region. #Caribbean #CaribbeanHistory #Columbus #FirstPeople

Find this Pin and more on Florida Museum: Research by Florida Museum.

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