Christopher Columbus — Season 1, Episode 22: Land Is Discovered

Episode synopsis

The fleet finally embarks, however, during their journey in the Canaries, the rudder of the Pinta breaks and Columbus looses three weeks of his voyage for repair. At last, Columbus sets out again, but the sailors start to grow more and more displeased. The caravel ships then reach a part of the ocean full of algae which they mistake for mainland.

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