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- Columbus Day is celebrated on the second Monday of October, marking Columbus's arrival in the Americas.
- Christopher Columbus, born in Genoa in 1451, believed the world was round and sought a westward route to Asia.
- Columbus's 1492 voyage, funded by Spain, led to the discovery of the Bahamas and claimed the lands for Spain.
- The first Columbus Day celebration took place in New York City on October 12, 1792, commemorating the 300th anniversary of Columbus's voyage.
- Columbus Day is marked by parades and festivities, though it also faces protests from Native American groups.
What is Columbus Day?
Columbus Day is celebrated on the second Monday of October each year, to commemorate Christopher Columbus's arrival in the Americas in 1492.
Who was Christopher Columbus?
Christopher Columbus was born in 1451 in Genoa. At the time, many people believed the Earth was flat, but others, including Columbus, believed it was round. Columbus wanted to test this theory by finding a route to India, China, and Japan by sailing west.He explained his idea to King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain, who agreed to fund his expedition and provided him with three ships: the Niña, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria.
On August 3, 1492, Columbus departed from Spain with a crew of ninety men.
Using a magnetic compass for navigation, he arrived on October 12, 1492, at the island of San Salvador in the Bahamas, claiming the land for Spain. This voyage marked a turning point in navigation and the way the world was understood. In Europe, these new lands were referred to as the "New World".Following Columbus, Spain, Portugal, and England began establishing colonies in the Americas.
Celebrating Columbus Day
The first Columbus Day celebration took place on October 12, 1792, in New York City, three hundred years after Columbus's voyage. Many streets, schools, and universities worldwide are named after Columbus.Today, many Americans celebrate Columbus Day with colorful parades. There is also sometimes a figure called the "Miss Columbus," or Columbus Day Queen. However, there are also protests from groups of Native Americans, who criticize the day as a symbol of colonization and oppression.
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