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August 3 1492,

Now that Queen Isabella has got me all these men, and ships, it is time to go! Today I set off on my long voyage around the world to the Indies. The sea is choppy and the waters are not calm. The ship's rocking has made me feel home at last.

September 3, 1492,

We have sailed for a month without sight of any land. My crew is beggining to feel homesick. Today I was asked if we could turn back. I was outraged. I invite them to join my crew and they do what but ask to turn back. I replied "no" in a cold voice.

October 10, 1492,

My crew is near mutinee to turn back home. I promised them that if they didn't spot land in 2 days, they may chop my head off and return to Spain.

October 11, 1492

We have sighted land!! I believe it is the Indies. There are people without clothes on the island. Tommorow we will convert them to Christianity and give them decent clothing.

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