oct 12, 1492 - #1 Columbus’ discovery of the New World
Description:
On August 3, 1492 Columbus left the Spanish Port and headed for the Americas. He wanted to sail west to find a shortcut to Asia where he thought riches, gold, and spices would be waiting for him and his explorers. Instead of finding a shortcut to Asia Columbus discovered the Americas, a new world.Added to timeline:
Date:
oct 12, 1492
Now
~ 531 years ago
