Good role model for Chinese children, the seafaring hero Columbus

Author: Xiao Mao
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Publish Date: 2006-12-29
Features: Columbus was born in Genoa in 1451. From a young age, he was passionate about adventure. During his youth, he read extensively and believed in the theory of a spherical Earth, longed for China, and was a devout Catholic. In 1476, he ended up in Portugal and proposed a westward voyage plan to the king, but it was rejected. In 1485, he moved to Spain. Seven years later, Queen Isabella recognized his talent and funded Columbus, allowing his westward voyage plan to be implemented. Columbus set sail with three ships toward the Atlantic, carrying a letter to the Emperor of the East. On the morning of October 12, 1492, Columbus discovered the New World. He made a total of four voyages. He passed away in 1506. Columbus was incredibly persistent, brave, and possessed a rich imagination and extensive knowledge of navigation. He was a legendary maritime hero.