Christopher Columbus — Season 1, Episode 14: Audience With the King and Queen

Episode synopsis

Columbus asks Duke Medina Sidonia to finance his project, at which point the Duke Medina Sidonia in turn asks the more influential Duke Medina Geli for help. Duke Medina, fully convinced that Columbus's ambition is indeed worthy of funding, then writes a letter to Queen Isabella. The Queen accepts an appointment with the Genoese sailor, thus Columbus is fortunate to have the opportunity to explain the scope of his project to Her Majesty. Columbus sets out toward Cordova, hoping his dream will come to fruition.

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
• E12A Helping Hand