Why does the USA have such a low Amerindian population compared with Mexico and other New World nations?

by Sarlax

According to the CIA World Factbook, Mexico is 30% Amerindian (defined as entirely or predominantly Native), while the USA is just about 1%.

Is this disparity mostly attributable to differing forms of colonization, or are there other factors?

Searocksandtrees

hi! not discouraging more info on this, but FYI, we've got a few previous posts on this in the FAQ - check them out

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