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Seven Myths of the Spanish Conquest, by Restall Myth of (Mis)Communication

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Seven Myths of the Spanish Conquest, by Restall

Myth of (Mis)Communication

Political

Better communication with the local natives will be easier to manipulate them for the primary objective.

Makes conquering easier

SocialIf they can communicate perfectly, conflicts

can be avoidedFaster understanding of each others

languages and many lives could be spared

EconomicTechnically, both sides will benefit with good

communication because each side can try and come to a compromise.

The Spanish ultimately can deceive the enemy and rob their wealth

SourceSeven Myths of the Spanish Conquest, by

RestallPgs 77-99