"Stood off and on during the night, determining not to come to anchor till morning, fearing to meet with shoals; continued our course in the morning; and as the island was found to be six or seven leagues distant, and the tide was against us, it was noon when we arrived there"
- Christopher Columbus
About this Quote
In this quote, Christopher Columbus explains his journey at sea throughout the night. He discusses that they did not stop and anchor their ship due to the fact that they were afraid of facing shallow areas. Rather, they continued cruising up until early morning. When they lastly reached an island, they realized it was still rather far away and the tide was working versus them, causing them to get to midday instead of earlier. This quote reveals the determination and caution of Columbus as he browsed through unidentified waters, constantly keeping the safety of his team in mind. It likewise highlights the obstacles and obstacles he dealt with during his trip.
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