I ordered each man to be presented with something, as strings of ten or a dozen glass beads apiece, and thongs of leather, all which they estimated highly; those which came on board I directed should be fed with molasses.
Christopher Columbus
I saw a boy of the crew purchasing javelins of them with bits of platters and broken glass.
Christopher Columbus
No one should fear to undertake any task in the name of our Saviour, if it is just and if the intention is purely for His holy service.
Christopher Columbus
Riches don't make a man rich, they only make him busier.
Christopher Columbus
Sailed this day nineteen leagues, and determined to count less than the true number, that the crew might not be dismayed if the voyage should prove long.
Christopher Columbus
Stood off and on during the night, determining not to come to anchor till morning, fearing to meet with shoals; continued our course in the morning; and as the island was found to be six or seven leagues distant, and the tide was against us, it was noon when we arrived there.
Christopher Columbus
The air soft as that of Seville in April, and so fragrant that it was delicious to breathe it.
Christopher Columbus
Their houses are all built in the shape of tents, with very high chimneys.
Christopher Columbus
These people are very unskilled in arms... with 50 men they could all be subjected and made to do all that one wished.
Christopher Columbus
Tomorrow morning before we depart, I intend to land and see what can be found in the neighborhood.
Christopher Columbus
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