Stories of Christopher Columbus
Posted in American History, College Prep, High School, Middle School, Public Domain, Upper Elementary, Western Civilization on October 10, 2011 - by Creative Commons
The story of Christopher Columbus is one of the most repeated tales in American history books. However, many times the details are wrong, or assumptions are made about the man and his motives.
To fully understand Columbus and his voyages, we must understand the culture in which he lived. Christianity was the dominating philosophy throughout Europe and the westernmost parts were emerging from decades of war and crusades.
Here are some accounts of Columbus that can give a more rounded view:
- The True Story of Christopher Columbus
- The Life of ColumbusGoogle Drive.
- 1492
- Christopher Columbus and the New World of his Discovery
For a condensed version, try this story:
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