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COLUMBUS: HISPANIOLA, 1492. Christopher Columbus trading with the native Indians
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COLUMBUS: HISPANIOLA, 1492. Christopher Columbus trading with the native Indians
COLUMBUS: HISPANIOLA, 1492.
Christopher Columbus trading with the native Indians of Hispaniola on his first voyage to the New World, 1492. Woodcut from the illustrated edition of the Columbus letter to Gabriel Sanchez, 1493
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Media ID 12346545
1492 1493 Age Of Discovery American Indian Beach Caravel Caribbean Sea Christopher Columbus Commerce Discover Discoverer Event Expedition Exploration Gabriel Haiti Hispaniola Island Landing Latin America Meeting Native Navigator New World Ocean Rowboat Sailing Ship Sanchez Seashore Spanish Taino Dominican Republic
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This print titled "COLUMBUS: HISPANIOLA, 1492" takes us back to a significant moment in history. It depicts Christopher Columbus engaging in trade with the native Indians of Hispaniola during his first voyage to the New World in 1492. The woodcut, extracted from the illustrated edition of Columbus' letter to Gabriel Sanchez in 1493, beautifully captures the essence of this event. In this image, we witness an extraordinary encounter between two worlds. Columbus stands on a pristine beach surrounded by lush greenery and crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean Sea. His caravel anchored offshore serves as a symbol of maritime exploration that would forever change human history. The scene is filled with anticipation and curiosity as indigenous Taino people approach Columbus's rowboat laden with goods for exchange. This meeting represents not only commerce but also cultural exchange and discovery. It marks the beginning of European presence in Latin America and sets off an age of exploration that would shape our world. As we gaze upon this woodcut, we are transported back to a time when everything was new and unknown – when brave men like Christopher Columbus dared to venture into uncharted territories seeking adventure and riches beyond imagination. This image serves as a reminder of our shared past, urging us to reflect on both its triumphs and its consequences for all involved parties.
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