"Shame on Friar Diego de Landa!"

I was frankly quite moved by the information I learned from watching, "Cracking the Maya Code". Specifically the treatment of the Mayan people. I actually couldn't access the site from the angel website but not a big deal, just went to the PBS site. I never knew this ever occurred and am so thankful for the opportunity to discover such history. So I began with the "Shame on Friar Diego de Landa" title because that is exactly what I said when watching this segment. I was so disgusted by the intolerance he purpetraded on these people simply because their views were different than his. A man who took it upon himself to be their judge and implement horrific atrocities amongst these people. In doing so he also stripped the world of history so powerful and meaningful to all. It's very eye opening to see this and realize that many people throughout history have paid a heavy price from the intolerance of others. What a shame.