Columbus Day

Origins of columbus day.A U.S national holiday since 1937, Columbus day commemorates the arrival of christopher columbus in the new world on October 12, 1492.The Italian- born explorer had set sail two months earlier, backed by the spanish monarchs King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella.Columbus Day  is a U.S. holiday that commemorates the landing of Christopher Columbus in the new world on October 12,1492. It was unofficially celebrated in a number of cities and states as early as the 1937. For many, the holidays is a way of both honoring Columbus’ achievements and celebrating Italian-American heritage. Throughout its history, Columbus Day and the man who inspired it have generated controversy,and many alternatives to the holiday have appeared in recent years.

Reflection: My thoughts on  this is that it is so wonderful that someone found our American so I’m thankful for that and also that I get to live here in this wonder world. Thank you Christopher Columbus for finding our America. Also I love when it’s Christopher Columbus Day Because me and my family get to have fun in this awesome day.