"What Was America Called Before Colonialism? (The Answer Will Surprise You)"

What was America called before colonialism? Before Europeans arrived, the Americas were home to hundreds of Indigenous peoples, nations, and civilizations, each with their own names, languages, cultures, and territories. In this documentary, we explore the Americas before European colonization, from the Maya, Aztec, and Inca worlds to the many Indigenous societies across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, and South America. We’ll also examine how the name “America” emerged and why there was never one single name used by all the peoples of this vast continent. This is the story of America before America—a world of ancient civilizations, powerful societies, trade networks, traditions, and cultures that existed long before European colonial rule. #americanhistory #indigenoushistory #historydocumentary