Did Muslims discover America? Woman's viral claims spark outrage online
A viral video claims Muslims discovered America and converted indigenous tribes, including Cherokees, to Islam before Columbus. This assertion has sparked widespread outrage and disbelief online, with many questioning the historical accuracy of these claims. The article clarifies that enslaved Muslims arrived during the transatlantic slave trade, with later immigration and the rise of Islamic movements in the 20th century.
A viral video claims Muslims discovered America and converted indigenous tribes, including Cherokees, to Islam before Columbus. This assertion has sparked widespread outrage and disbelief online, with many questioning the historical accuracy of these claims. The article clarifies that enslaved Muslims arrived during the transatlantic slave trade, with later immigration and the rise of Islamic movements in the 20th century.
