According to the contract between Columbus and the Spanish monarchs, what would happen if he discovered new mainland?
- Columbus would be proclaimed Admiral of the Ocean Sea.
- Columbus would marry the heir to the Spanish throne.
- Columbus would have the sole right to sell slaves from the new lands.
- Columbus would be appointed Governor of Andalusia.
Answer
The correct answer is A) Columbus would be proclaimed Admiral of the Ocean Sea..
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