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I have come to believe that this is a mighty continent which was hitherto unknown. I am greatly supported in this view by reason of this great river [Ozama], and by this sea which is fresh.

Christopher Columbus

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Christopher Columbus
Died: 1506
Died: May 19
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Cristoforo Colombo
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