2. Warfare: The Europeans had superior weapons and military tactics, and they used these to defeat the native Americans in a series of wars.
3. Enslavement: The Europeans enslaved millions of native Americans, forcing them to work in mines, plantations, and other industries.
4. Cultural destruction: The Europeans destroyed much of the native American culture, including their languages, religions, and traditions.
5. Displacement: The Europeans forced many native Americans to move from their traditional lands, often to reservations.
6. Discrimination: Native Americans have been discriminated against by European settlers and their descendants for centuries. They have been denied equal opportunities in education, employment, and housing.