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“I saw a boy of the crew purchasing javelins of them with bits of platters and broken glass.”

Quote by Christopher Columbus

Book:Personal Narrative of the First Voyage of Columbus to America: From a Manuscript Recently Discovered in Spain

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Personal Narrative of the First Voyage of Columbus to America: From a Manuscript Recently Discovered in Spain

The text offers a detailed and firsthand perspective on Columbus's journey, exploring his experiences, observations, and motivations during the historic voyage. 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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