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My favorite historical figure is Leif Erikson, the Norse explorer who is credited with discovering North America. Erikson was a bold and adventurous man, and he led his crew on a perilous journey across the Atlantic Ocean. He was also a skilled navigator, and he was able to find his way back to Greenland after his voyage.
Can we judge the past with today's lens?
This is a thorny question, with thorns on both sides. On the one hand, we must understand the past on its terms. We must see the world through the eyes of those who lived in it, with their biases and their limitations. On the other hand, we cannot turn a blind eye to the injustices and atrocities of the past. We must judge the past by the standards of today so that we can learn from it and build a better future. Ultimately, it is up to each of us to decide how we will judge the past. However, it is important to be aware of the different perspectives and to weigh the arguments carefully.