Columbus Day!
Day off on October 12!
History of Columbus Day
Columbus's voyage in 1792 a major event for all countries looking for more land and valuable resources. Columbus had wanted to find a west passage to the Indies, but instead landed on the islands in the Caribbean Sea after around two months. Columbus Day became a federal holiday in the United States in 1937.
Learn more about Columbus and his first voyage here: http://www.eyewitnesstohistory.com/columbus.htm
Celebrate Columbus Day!
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Sailed the Ocean Blue in 1692!
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Explored New Lands!
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How I will celebrate Columbus Day
I will remember the voyage of Columbus, what he found, and what came from his discoveries. I will also work on a few things and enjoy my three day weekend with my family!