Christopher Columbus — Season 1, Episode 19: Columbus Meets Pinzon

Episode synopsis

After the fall of Granada and the end of the War of Reconquista, the King and the Queen receive Columbus to discuss his project. The King and Queen, however, do not first accempt the terms conditions of Columbus. However, the Genoese sailor remains firm, and heads toward France. It is then that the King and the Queen realize their mistake, and send for a messanger with the purpose of escorting Columbus back to Granada. Columbus is suddenly stopped by the messenger while he is crossing the bridge of Pinos. To his delight, the messenger informs him that the King and Queen have formally accepted his project!

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