I appreciate your sharing of knowledge and good research. But despite their sound knowledge of farming they were outnumbered by the people carrying "guns, germs and steel." Please have a look at book of "Jared Diamond" or documentary by National Geographic Society if you have not already read or watched.
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Does the carrying of guns, germs and steel make the invaders more civilised?
I am very much aware of what occurred historically, and still occurs in many ways. I was merely pointing out that the native Americans were also capable what we call civilised activities. I feel we run a risk of downgrading others races and cultures if we don't acknowledge we all have both faults and greatness. We could all do with being a bit humble in order to accept that our ways are not the only ways.
Well, my friend I appreciate your balanced approach. I like to add that "guns, germs and steel" wasn't about civilized or uncivilized. I thought to share a good research for your knowledge.
Neither I called anyone uncivilized nor tried to downgrade anyone's culture. I only said "more civilized" in the sense that they didn't know ADVANCED ways of the modern world. I used it in a broader sense.
In history hundreds of civilizations perished and new one emerged in a particular time at a particular place. My humble opinion was only to highlight that by not accepting change societies (be that any) perish.
Very true, nothing is permanent and many advanced civilizations have perished, but people continue after their fall. It makes you wonder, is it the ideal of civilisation that cannot be sustained? Many tribes deep in the rainforests have lived that way for hundreds of generations.
Anyway, I digress now. Thank you for a thought provoking conversation.
I like your heartfelt feelings and healthy thoughts about nature. It was my pleasure to know about your good positive mind. Thank you for your valuable time:)