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marshall27 [118]
3 years ago
13

Why did Christopher Columbus believe that he landed in the West Indies when he reached the Americas?

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2 answers:
Tatiana [17]3 years ago
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Answer:

Explanation:

In the 15th and 16th centuries, Europeans wanted to find sea routes to the Far west. Columbus wanted to find a new route to India, China, Japan and the Spice Islands. If he could reach these lands, he would be able to bring back rich cargoes of silks and spices.

kramer3 years ago
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Srry just need to answer cuz the points
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