Christopher Columbus
Guide Note:
- Christopher Columbus was a famous Italian explorer best known for his discovery of America.
Fast Facts:
- Born: 1451
- Columbus wanted to find a Western route to Asia
- Contrary to popular myth, Columbus did not set out to prove the world was round.
- Columbus made four voyages to the Americas
- Columbus' voyages were supported by King Ferdinand and Queen Isabel of Spain
- Columbus always believed that he had reached Asia
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