Alfred W. Crosby

Alfred W. Crosby Jr. was an interdisciplinary researcher who bridged history, geography, biology, and medicine. He investigated the historical causes behind the unequal distribution of global wealth, exploring the biological factors that facilitated European expansion. A central theme in his work was the profound impact of epidemics on human history, recognizing the significant influence of events like the 1918 flu pandemic. Crosby is also credited with coining the term 'Columbian Exchange,' a concept that has fundamentally shaped historical discourse.