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Sep 1, 2020 · Five Myths About Columbus. Outrageous claims about Columbus need to be tempered by a sober look at the historical record. by Robert Royal 9/1/2020. A painting depicts Christopher Columbus and shipmates landing at sunrise Oct. 12, 1492, on the island he named San Salvador.
Oct 2, 2018 · Ahead of the now controversial holiday Columbus Day, it is worthwhile to examine the myths and mysteries surrounding that much vaunted explorer who in fourteen hundred and ninety-two went and sailed the ocean blue: Christopher Columbus.
Oct 12, 2020 · Columbus' first voyage brought him to one of the islands of the Bahamas on 12 October 1492 CE, which he claimed in the name of the monarchs Ferdinand II of Aragon and his wife Isabella of Castile of Spain. His next three voyages were made to consolidate Spain's control of the region and establish colonies.
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On August 3, 1492, Columbus set sail from Spain with three ships, the Niña, Pinta, and Santa María. His navigational genius was evident from the beginning as he headed southward to the Canary Islands rather than due west, where other ships had stalled.
Recently, more complete and more honest accounts of Columbus’ life have led Americans to question how the U.S. should remember Columbus, and how it should disentangle the unvarnished truths about Columbus from the mythology that has developed around him in America’s collective memory.
This timeline highlights the key moments in the life and expeditions of Christopher Columbus, an Italian explorer who is credited with discovering the Americas. Discover his notable achievements, controversies surrounding his actions, and the lasting impact of his expeditions.
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Explore the controversial legacy of Christopher Columbus with our dedicated timeline, navigating through the pivotal moments of his life and voyages. Office Timeline. Oct 10, 2019. 10 min read.