Adventure & Knowledge - Christopher Columbus

"Land in sight!" After more than a month at sea, on October 12, 1492, the long-awaited cry from the lookout pierces the stillness of the night. Shortly thereafter, Admiral Christopher Columbus sets foot on the Caribbean island of Guanahaní. One could say: a small step for a sailor, a giant leap for mankind. How did the son of an Italian wool weaver become the "Admiral of the Seas"? And how did the celebrated explorer turn into a fallen hero? This feature tells the thrilling life story of Columbus, while also revealing the dark sides of his legacy, the "discovery of America," that it brought and continues to bring. An exciting adventure feature with original interviews, music, and sounds.