Good role model for Chinese children: Navigational hero Columbus

Author: Xiao Mao
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Publish Date: 2006-12-01
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Columbus was born in Genoa in 1451. From a young age, he had a passion for adventure. During his youth, he read extensively and believed in the theory of a spherical Earth. He yearned for China and was a devout Catholic. In 1476, he ended up in Portugal, where he proposed a westward voyage to the king but was rejected. In 1485, he moved to Spain. Seven years later, Queen Isabella recognized his talent and funded Columbus, allowing his westward voyage to be implemented. Columbus set sail with three ships, carrying a letter to the Emperor of the East, towards the Atlantic Ocean. 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.