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307: Columbus: A New World? (Part 2)

The Rest Is History

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This chapter explores Christopher Columbus's motivations for his westward journey to the east, emphasizing his appeal to Ferdinand and Isabella for support. It provides historical context regarding the Christian reconquest and the strategic decisions of the Spanish monarchy that influenced Columbus's pivotal role in the Age of Exploration.

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