“Gold is the most precious of all commodities; gold constitutes treasure, and he who possesses it has all he needs in the world, as also the means of rescuing souls from purgatory, and restoring them to the enjoyment of paradise.”
Quote by Christopher Columbus
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Select Letters of Christopher Columbus: With Other Original Documents, Relating to His Four Voyages to the New World
The book offers a collection of letters and documents penned by Christopher Columbus himself, providing insight into his experiences and perspectives during his historic explorations to the Americas. It includes primary sources that shed light on the navigation, encounters, and the impact of his voyages on both the European and Native American worlds. more
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Christopher Columbus
Christopher Columbus, born in 1451 in Genoa, Italy, was a renowned explorer. He believed that the Earth was round and that by sailing west, he could reach Asia. In 1492, he received funding from the Spanish monarchy and embarked on his voyage. Between 1492 and 1502, he made four voyages to the Americas, discovering the New World and profoundly impacting world history. more
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