What did Columbus name the island where he and his first crew landed?
1 Answer
Oct 22, 2016
San Salvador
Explanation:
When Columbus made his first expedition in 1492 on his quest to reach Asia (Japan), the ship landed at an island in the archipelago now known as the Bahamas.
Mistakenly supposing he had reached the 'Indies' (Asia), he named the island San Salvador or Holy Saviour.