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- Christopher Columbus set sail from Spain on August 3, 1492
- Columbus and his crew encountered the local population on the island of Guanahani
- Columbus named this island San Salvador
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On August 3, 1492, Christopher Columbus set sail from Spain with 90 sailors. After a three-month journey, Columbus and his crew encountered the local population on the island of Guanahani. Columbus named this island San Salvador and declared it a part of Spain.
Columbus' discovery sparked debates about the discovery of America. Some researchers claimed that the Vikings and Irish missionaries reached America before Columbus.
Columbus Day is celebrated on October 12 to commemorate the discovery of America.
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- Who is Christopher Columbus?
- An Italian-born sailor and explorer
- When did Columbus' discovery take place?
- August 3, 1492
- When is Columbus Day celebrated?
- October 12
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