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Was Columbus a hero?
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Selected claim, supporting its parent
Columbus's journies were grueling, long, and required a highly competent leader to succeed.
Pros
Cons
Pro claim 1, children below
In his time, many believed that Columbus's plan for his first voyage was unrealistic and impossible. The voyage disproved those critics.
Pro claim 2
Crossing the Atlantic ocean with medieval ships was extremely
dangerous
, it took great skill and courage to accomplish this mission.
Con claim 1, children below
Columbus faced several mutinies on his voyages, indicating intense dissatisfaction with his leadership.