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Ages: 12 - 18
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During his fourth voyage Columbus was forced to take refuge in a cove off the shores of Hispaniola when he realized a hurricane was approaching. The leader of the country denied Columbus’ request to seek shelter on the island and so Columbus took his... crew into a nearby bay for protection from the massive storm. In this video clip, learn more about Columbus’ last voyage and how he nearly escaped death on his trip. (3:20)
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July 17, 2012 at 01:06 AM
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Ages: 12 - 18
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When Columbus made landfall in the Caribbean he believed it to be Asia, his intended destination the whole time. In this video clip, learn the real story behind Columbus and his voyages. Also learn how Columbus really wasn’t trying to prove that the ...Earth was round or that he was the first to discover the Americas. (4:17)
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July 17, 2012 at 01:47 AM
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Ages: 12 - 18
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Columbus' modern ships were fast and strong enough for the rough Atlantic seas. In this video clip, learn how Columbus created the successful ships with the funding from the wealthy Spanish king and queen. (1:25)
July 17, 2012 at 01:41 AM
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Ages: 12 - 18
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Christopher Columbus first set foot on the Americas, or the New World, on October 12th, 1492. Many countries have been celebrating this event since the colonial period. However, it was only in the twentieth century that Columbus Day became an officia...l U.S. federal holiday. It is celebrated with parades and street fairs and is mostly associated with Italian-American heritage. Some states do not observe the holiday, while others choose to celebrate Native American culture and history instead. In this video, WatchMojo.com learns more about Columbus Day. (2:38)
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October 8, 2012 at 12:58 AM
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Ages: 13 - 18
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In this video clip, view Christopher Columbus’ compiled documents that were proof of assets bestowed upon him by the monarchs of Spain. (2:13)
July 17, 2012 at 05:28 PM
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Ages: 13 - 18
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In this video clip, learn how Columbus relied on the same tools of planning and persuasion that modern businessmen use today. (3:30)
July 17, 2012 at 12:59 PM
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Ages: 13 - 18
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In the new world, Columbus enslaved the native people and forced them to mine for gold. Columbus’ quest for gold drove him to exploit any Native Indian over the age of 14. In this video clip, learn more about the relationship between Columbus and the... Natives. (2:38)
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July 17, 2012 at 01:07 PM
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Ages: 13 - 18
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The conditions on Columbus’ voyage were harsh as food was rotten and the stench below decks drove many crew members to sleep on the open deck. In this video clip, learn about how after 60 days since leaving Spain and no sign of land, Columbus' doubtf...ul crew wanted to turn back. (2:12)
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July 17, 2012 at 01:35 AM
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Ages: 12 - 18
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Bone Voyage
From history.com, produced by History Channel
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In this video clip, learn about how Columbus' body has been moved so many times, historians are not sure where he is truly buried. (2:44)
July 17, 2012 at 01:31 AM
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Ages: 13 - 18
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In this video clip, learn how Columbus used his celestial knowledge to scare native people into thinking a lunar eclipse was a sign of his angry god. (3:25)
July 17, 2012 at 01:15 PM
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