You Lead the Discovery

The history behind the celebration of Columbus Day has changed over time. For years Christopher Columbus has been hailed as the courageous hero who opened the New World and discovered America. In 1937, President Franklin D. Roosevelt proclaimed Columbus Day a national holiday which was originally observed on October 12, the day Columbus landed in the New World. However, in 1971 the day of celebration was changed to the second Monday in the month of October.

This blog is an attempt to correct many of the misconceptions surrounding who Columbus was and his voyage to the New World. Please post comments and questions as you learn the truth about the history of Columbus Day.