This voyage, which aimed to reach Asia from the west, formed the beginning of lasting contact between the European and American continents and led to far-reaching consequences in world history.
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Frequently asked questions
- What was Columbus Discovers Americas?
- In 1492, Christopher Columbus, setting out with the support of the Spanish Crown, crossed the Atlantic and reached islands in the present-day Caribbean region.
- When did Columbus Discovers Americas happen?
- 1492 CE