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March 15, 1493

On March 15, 1493, Columbus returned to Spain after his first voyage to the New World. When he met with King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella, they eagerly asked if he had brought them gold and spices, like the explorers who went East toward Asia. Columbus said no, but he did get them personalized keychains for … Continue reading

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