Christopher Columbus Discovers the Americas

1989-11-09

Christopher Columbus sets foot in the Americas, changing the course of history.

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Christopher Columbus

Explorer

Christopher Columbus was an Italian explorer sponsored by Spain who is credited with discovering the Americas on October 12, 1492. His expedition opened up the New World to European exploration and colonization.

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Queen Isabella I of Castile

Queen of Spain

Queen Isabella I of Castile was the ruling queen of Spain during Christopher Columbus's expedition to the Americas. She provided the financial and political support that enabled Columbus's historic voyage.

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Montezuma II

Aztec Emperor

Montezuma II was the Aztec emperor who ruled over the powerful Aztec empire in Mexico when the Spanish conquistadors, led by Hernan Cortes, arrived in 1519. His reign witnessed the downfall of the Aztec civilization.

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