Christopher Columbus (1992)

Episodes

1. 1 1. Columbus the Sailor Is Born1992-11-28Christopher is a boy who wants to be a sailor at all costs. However, his father Dominic wants his son to become a textile craftsman like him, instead. After the downfall of the Fre
2. 2 2. The First Voyage1992-12-05On his first sea voyage, young Columbus visits the Isle of Chios; it is then that he first experiences life aboard a boat and "learns the ropes" of sailing. One day, the captain de
3. 3 3. Giovanni Risks His Life to Save the Ship1992-12-12The ship on which Columbus has boarded leaves the isle of Chios. Notwithstanding, John, fearing that a storm is approaching, has a discussion with the captain in the hopes of persu
4. 4 4. Adrift1992-12-19Columbus sets sail as the chief sailor on a cargo vessel en route from Genoa to Lisbon transporting precious loads of contents. Having passed the Straits of Gibraltar, the fleet th
5. 5 5. Resolution in Portugal, Kingdom of Voyages1992-12-26Having survived the shipwreck, Columbus arrives at the village of Lagos where he takes shelter in a monastery. Having been rejuvenated, he sets sail once more until reaching the po
6. 6 6. Columbus learns of Marco Polo and Toscanelli1993-01-09In Lisbon, Columbus meets his brother Bartholomew who works as a cartographer. At first, Columbus helps his brother compile the maps, however, his biggest wish is to enter the Scho
7. 7 7. His First Exploration Voyage1993-01-23It is at the School of Navigation where those participating in future sea expeditions are chosen. The first time Columbus is up for selection, he is not chosen as a ship mate becau
8. 8 8. Columbus Meets Felipa1993-01-30The Ship of Columbus transports herrings and salmon to Greenland. It is here Columbus first ponders what could exist beyond the Ocean waters, when he hears of a Viking legend… Geli
9. 9 9. Marriage1993-02-06During the trip to Iceland, Christopher Columbus becomes more and more convinced that undiscovered lands surely await him to the West; his conviction lends him the fortitude to con
10. 10 10. Columbus Resolves to Make a Westward Voyage1993-02-13Here, Columbus meets a Jewish man by the name of Torres. Torres is fascinated by Columbus's ambition to sail to the Indies by way of a Western route. Torres promises him that he wi
11. 11 11. The First Setback1993-02-20After Columbus and Felipa are happily wed, they move to the isle of Porto Santo. Here, Columbus is able to gather useful information for his western voyage. He then partakes in an
12. 12 12. A Helping Hand1993-03-06Columbus finally earns himself an interview with the King of Lisbon for the purpose of better explaining the value of reaching the Indies by sailing west. The King at first seems i
13. 13 13. The First Steps Towards Realization of the Exploratory1993-03-06Columbus and his son Diego find shelter together in the monastery of Rebida where he meets Father Perez and Father Marchena; both priests are enthusiastic about his project, and in
14. 14 14. Audience With the King and Queen1993-03-13Columbus 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 con
15. 15 15. Discovery of the Cape of Good Hope1993-03-13Once in Cordova, Columbus finds hospitality at Diego de Harana's; there, he falls in love with his cousin Beatrix. At last, the time comes for Columbus to make his journey to the R
16. 16 16. The End of Reconquista1993-03-20The Royal Family of Spain appoints a board of experts to examine Columbus's project. After many long meetings, many which take place in Salamanca, Columbus finally earns a convocat
17. 17 17. The Plan Is Rejected!1993-03-20Columbus informs Bartholomew, notwithstanding the failure of the expedition of Dulmo, that the King is interested by Columbus's proposed Western expedition. Columbus then must expl
18. 18 18. The Plan Is Approved!1993-03-27Columbus wishes to start his western voyage as soon as possible, however, the Spanish Royal Family doesn't seem to consider it a priority, notwithstanding the promises that Queen I
19. 19 19. Columbus Meets Pinzon1993-03-27After 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 t
20. 20 20. The Fleet Sets Sail1993-03-27After the approval of the project, Columbus relocates to Santa Fè where he drafts a contract the for the Spanish Royal Family with the terms for his expedition. From Santa Fè, he t
21. 21 21. Escape from Sargasso1993-03-29In an attempt to overcome a lack of crew, Columbus asks a man by the name of Martin Alonso Pinzon and his brother Vicente Yanez for help. Martin Alonso is fortunately able to convi
22. 22 22. Land Is Discovered1993-03-29The 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
23. 23 23. Pinzon Rebels1993-03-30Columbus's sailors' overall mood and apparent exhaustion indicate an imminent revolt. Columbus tries his best to calm their spirits. At last, Columbus hears music to his ears, as t
24. 24 24. A Storm Blocks the Return Home1993-03-30Columbus and his men encounter the natives of the Caribbean Islands, then continue to sail from island to island in search of gold. On the island of Hispaniola, the Santa Maria is
25. 25 25. King Joao Imposes Restrictions1993-03-30After having built a fort on the island of Hispaniola and assigned volunteers, Columbus begins his trip back to Spain, at which point he meets a violent storm, nearly rendering him
26. 26 26. Columbus's Triumphant Return1993-03-30The Niña returns to the port of Castile in Spain after many days of journey. Joyful people await the ship. The Pinta then arrives, however, Martin, the ship's captain, is very sick