Christopher Columbus — Season 1, Episode 12: A Helping Hand

Episode synopsis

Columbus finally earns himself an interview with the King of Lisbon for the purpose of better explaining the value of reaching the Indies by sailing west. The King at first seems interested by Columbus's proposed-project, and so assembles a group of experts to assess its worth. However, the group of examiners reject the project, when Columbus then suddenly learns of the unfortunate death of Felipa back in Porto Santo. Columbus leaves Portugal at once with his son Diego and goes to Castile.

About Christopher Columbus

The marvelous adventures and dramatic life of Christopher Columbus in the 15th century.

More episodes from Season 1

• E1Columbus the Sailor Is Born
• E2The First Voyage
• E3Giovanni Risks His Life to Save the Ship
• E4Adrift
• E5Resolution in Portugal, Kingdom of Voyages
• E6Columbus learns of Marco Polo and Toscanelli
• E7His First Exploration Voyage
• E8Columbus Meets Felipa
• E9Marriage
• E10Columbus Resolves to Make a Westward Voyage
• E11The First Setback
• E13The First Steps Towards Realization of the Exploratory