41
/
AIzaSyB4mHJ5NPEv-XzF7P6NDYXjlkCWaeKw5bc
May 31, 2026
2289347
192424
2
Public Timelines
FAQ

aug 3, 1492 - Christopher columbus discovers the New world

Description:

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 accidentally stumbled upon the Americas.

Added to timeline:

16 Dec 2018
0
0
350

Date:

aug 3, 1492
Now
~ 534 years ago

Images: