We continue to unbox Christopher Columbus on this episode of Unboxing History, focusing on his disastrous turn as governor of Hispaniola (1493 - 1500), the tragic consequences for the indigenous peoples of the island, and his lasting impact on the Americas long after his death in 1506.  For more information about Unboxing History, please visit the website www.unboxinghistory.net.

Brave adventurer and explorer who opened the door to colonization of the United States and the rest of the Americas?  Brutal tyrant and oppressor of the indigenous Taino people of the Caribbean?   Incompetent mariner who got lost on the way to Asia?  There are a lot of thoughts and opinions about Christopher Columbus.  But, what are the facts?  More importantly, what do they mean for the way we should interpret Columbus' legacy today?  On this episode, we'll explore Columbus early life, his quest to find funding for his expedition across the Atlantic to Asia, and his "discovery" of the Caribbean islands and its inhabitants.   For more information about Unboxing History, please visit the website www.unboxinghistory.net.