ipl-logo

History Of The Columbian Exchange

239 Words1 Pages
The Columbian Exchange was a widespread trade of animals, plants, and diseases. This system allowed us to have access to these items in our everyday lives. I have never realized how much we all have taken many items for granted. For instance, If it wasn 't for the Columbian Exchange, I wouldn 't be able stay awake for my morning classes. I drink a cup of coffee every morning in order to get through my morning classes. Unfortunately, coffee didn 't orginate in the Americas. It originated in the Middle East. Also with the Columbian Exchange came the trade of animals. My grandparents run a farm filled with livestock ranging from cattle, pigs, chicken, and sheep. All of these animals come from different parts of the world. If It wasn 't for the
Open Document