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How did the expansionist mindset of the time influence attitudes towards conservation and sustainability?
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During times of expansion, the prevailing attitude often prioritized using up resources rather than conserving them.  Discovery of new lands and seemingly endless supplies fueled the idea that there was always more to take. This clashed with the idea of conservation, which focused on protecting what was already there for future generations.  Thinkers who argued for sustainable practices were often seen as roadblocks to progress.  However,  the negative consequences of unchecked resource use, like deforestation and depleted wildlife populations, eventually forced a shift in mentality.  This  led to the rise of modern conservation movements that aimed to balance development with protecting the environment for the long term.
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