Christopher Columbus was born in 1451 in Genoa, Italy. He was fascinated by the ocean from a young age and taught himself Latin and Castilian. Columbus proposed voyages to reach Asia by sailing west, and convinced the Spanish monarchs to fund his expedition. In 1492, Columbus landed in the Bahamas, believing he had reached Asia, but had actually discovered the Americas. He made three further voyages to the new lands, establishing Spanish colonies. Columbus faced later criticism over his governance and treatment of native peoples. He died in 1506 in Valladolid, Spain from Reiter's Syndrome.

1. Christopher Columbus By Dyon Las Flores Elementary School

2. When and where Christopher Columbus was born Born in year 1451 day and month unknown. Birth place is Genoa, Italy.

3. Christopher’s Early Childhood He really enjoyed the ocean. Christopher helped his father weave. He taught himself to read Latin and write Castilian.

4. Christopher’s Family Life Christopher wanted to be a knight, an admiral, a governor, and a general. The king and queen agreed to give him ships but he demanded more. He brought his 13 year old son on his 4th voyage.

5. His Accomplishments He was granted 3 ships the Pinta, the Nina, and Santa Maria. He helped colonize Hispaniola. Christopher found Indians smoking tobacco.

6. His Explorations/Discoveries Christopher landed on the coast of South America. He founded the West Indies and Central America. Plus he also founded Bahamas, Cuba, and Haiti.

7. Christopher’s Problems Encountered The King and Queen weren’t every happy after the Pinta left. Christopher was arrested and his brothers were arrested as well. The new governor of the land he got ignored Christopher’s warning.

8. The Date, Place, and Cause of Death of Christopher Columbus Christopher died May 20, 1506. He died by Reiter’s Syndrome. He died in Valladolid, Spain.

9. Other Important Facts about Christopher Columbus Christopher landed in San Salvandor at Capflaitien. He found Indians smoking Tobacco when he got there. Christopher thought he reached the West Indies but instead he landed on the New World. Columbus landed in the New World on October 12th 1492. Christopher died later in 1506

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