Columbus began his third voyage to the New World on May 30th, 1498 when he left Spain with six ships. This article details the history and significance of Columbus’ Third voyage to the New World.
Christopher Columbus’s legacy is highly complex and debated, since he is credited with opening the Americas to European exploration and colonization. This article details the legacy of Christopher Columbus.
This map of the route of Hernan Cortes to conquer the Aztec was created by History Crunch to help students and teachers understand the geographic journey of the Spanish conquistador from the coast of Mexico to the Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan. It traces his path from the Yucatan Peninsula through Mesoamerica and into the Valley of Mexico between 1519 and 1521. Designed for students in grades 5 to 12.
Christopher Columbus’ second voyage to the New World began on September 24th, 1493 when Columbus and his crew left Spain. This article details the history and significance of Columbus’ second voyage to the New World.
Christopher Columbus’ first voyage westward from Europe began in 1492, following his financing deal from the Spanish king and queen – Ferdinand and Isabella. This article details the history and significance of Columbus’ first voyage to the New World.
This Hernan Cortes infographic was created by History Crunch to help students and teachers quickly understand the life, conquests and historical significance of the Spanish conquistador who led the conquest of the Aztec Empire. It covers his early life, his voyage to the New World, the conquest of the Aztec Empire and his lasting legacy. Designed for students in grades 5 to 12.
This Columbian Exchange map was created by History Crunch to help students and teachers understand the geographic exchange of plants, animals, diseases and people between the Old World and the New World following Christopher Columbus’s voyages. It shows the main goods and diseases that traveled in each direction across the Atlantic Ocean. Designed for students in grades 5 to 12.
Columbus Day is an American holiday observed in October to commemorate Christopher Columbus’s 1492 voyage. However, it has become controversial due to its association with the colonization and mistreatment of Indigenous peoples.
Hernán Cortés was a Spanish conquistador and explorer who travelled to the New World in the early 16th century. This article details the history and significance of Hernán Cortés, especially in relation to the history of the Aztec Empire.
This Christopher Columbus infographic was created by History Crunch to help students and teachers quickly understand the life, voyages and historical significance of one of the most important and controversial figures of the Age of Exploration. It covers his early life, all four voyages to the New World, the Columbian Exchange and his lasting legacy. Designed for students in grades 5 to 12.