FIRST CONTACTS 28000 BCE 1821 CE
CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS
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The desire for riches and power.
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A profound devotion to the Spanish royal family.
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His fervent interest in geography.
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The potential to chart unexplored territory.
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Detailed explanation-1: -Columbus wanted to find a new route to India, China, Japan and the Spice Islands. If he could reach these lands, he would be able to bring back rich cargoes of silks and spices.
Detailed explanation-2: -The explorer Christopher Columbus made four trips across the Atlantic Ocean from Spain: in 1492, 1493, 1498 and 1502. He was determined to find a direct water route west from Europe to Asia, but he never did. Instead, he stumbled upon the Americas.
Detailed explanation-3: -Christopher Columbus And The Colonization Of North America Christopher Columbus set sail in 1492 on a mission to find an all water route to the western Indies, instead Columbus reached North America where he continued his search for gold and trade.
Detailed explanation-4: -PART A: What is Columbus’ primary purpose in his letter? A. To express his desire to learn about the culture and people of the islands he explored.