These Islands Are Inhabited By Canabilli, A Wild, Unconquered Race Which Feeds On Human Flesh.

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These islands are inhabited by Canabilli, a wild, unconquered race
which feeds on human flesh. I would be right to call them anthropophagi
[man-eaters]. They wage unceasing wars against gentle and timid Indians
to supply flesh; this is their booty and is what they hunt. They
ravage, despoil, and terrorize the Indians ruthlessly.
-- Christopher Columbus, Journal Entry for November 3, 1493

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