Penn's Landing in Philadelphia in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Christopher Columbus
1492 - 1992
— Cinquecento Anniversary —
February 26, 2022
1. Christopher Columbus Marker
Explorer • Visionary • Naturalist
Mathematician • Cartographer
Columbus, intrepid navitagor, with a sense of the sea unparalleled before or after him. A native son of Genoa, he became through his dedication to a dream, an honored hero of history. His keen intellect, abiding faith, and undaunted persistence made him a giant among men of this millennium.
In honor of all our forebears who braved the journey to America and their American descendants
Erected 1992 by The America 500 Corporation.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Exploration • Settlements & Settlers.
Location. 39° 56.682′ N, 75° 8.488′ W. Marker is in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in Philadelphia County. It is in Penn's Landing. Marker is on South Christopher Columbus Boulevard near Dock Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Philadelphia PA 19106, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Commodore John Barry (1745 - 1803) (within shouting distance of this marker); Philadelphia Beirut Bombing Memorial (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Tidal Delaware Water Trail
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Regarding Christopher Columbus. Columbus has been criticized both for his brutality and for initiating the depopulation of the indigenous peoples of the Caribbean, whether by imported diseases or intentional violence.
Many scholars defend Columbus's actions or allege that the worst accusations against him are not based in fact, while others claim that he has been blamed for events far beyond his own reach or knowledge.
February 26, 2022
2. Christopher Columbus Marker
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