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About Christopher Columbus
Christopher Columbus was an Italian explorer.
His Highlights/Legacy
He made 4 voyages across the Atlantic Ocean under the Spanish crown and he was mainly responsible for the Spanish colonization of the New World. He is considered "The discoverer of America", though the first Europeans to reach its shores were the Vikings.
Many historians believe that he was also responsible for the genocide of the Hispaniola natives.
His Personal Life
He was married to Filipa Moniz Perestrelo, while Beatriz Enríquez de Arana was his 20-year-old partner. He had 2 children.
Fun Facts
He has been portrayed by many actors in films and TV series, such as Gabriel Byrne and Gérard Depardieu.
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F.A.Q. about Christopher Columbus
When is his birthday?
Christopher Columbus' birthday is on October 31, 1450.
In how many days is his birthday?
Christopher's birthday is in 341 days
How old was Christopher when he died?
He was 55 years old.
When did he die?
He died in May 20, 1506.
Where was Christopher from?
He was born in Genoa.