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Why Ancient Civilizations Went to War Over Spices

Spices were once worth more than gold — here's why empires collapsed over them Which spice do you think changed history the most? Drop it below 👇

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Spices were once worth more than gold — here's why empires collapsed over them Which spice do you think changed history the most? Drop it below 👇

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Black pepper was traded like gold coins. Before fridges, spices preserved food — and masked rot. Arab traders controlled every route — and named their price. Columbus sailed west to find a cheaper spice route — not a continent. In 1667, the Dutch traded Manhattan island — for a nutmeg island. Follow for more history facts that'll genuinely mess with your head.