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What was the official name given by Columbus to the archipelago he encountered during his second voyage?
What was the official name given by Columbus to the archipelago he encountered during his second voyage?
What is the commonly known name for the island that Columbus named Santa Cruz?
What is the commonly known name for the island that Columbus named Santa Cruz?
On which date did Columbus leave St. Croix during his second voyage?
On which date did Columbus leave St. Croix during his second voyage?
Which islands are referred to as the British Virgin Islands to differentiate from another location?
Which islands are referred to as the British Virgin Islands to differentiate from another location?
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What significant event took place on October 28th, 2024, in the context of this content?
What significant event took place on October 28th, 2024, in the context of this content?
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Study Notes
Christopher Columbus - 2nd Voyage
- Christopher Columbus landed on St. Croix (Santa Cruz) in 1493 during his second voyage.
- He departed St. Croix on November 14th and anchored off Virgin Gorda.
Virgin Islands Nomenclature
- Columbus named the archipelago "Las Once Mil Virgins" due to the numerous islands and rocks.
- The official name of the islands is the Virgin Islands.
- The British Virgin Islands are distinguished from the United States Virgin Islands.
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Test your knowledge about Christopher Columbus's second voyage, during which he landed on St. Croix and explored the Virgin Islands. Discover the origins of the islands' names and how they differ between British and United States territories.
