Mrs. Peel 7,156 Posted October 11, 2021 I won't let this day pass without acknowledging this important holiday... yes, we can celebrate the person whose intrepid journey brought Western civilization to this land...at the same time, giving a deserving nod to the many Italian-Americans who've contributed to this great nation. Let's not politicize this thread since it's outside of 1A... just leave it as a positive affirmation of ethnic & national pride... in line with the original intent of this Federal Holiday! Ciao! 5 2 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
45Doll 5,873 Posted October 11, 2021 @Mrs. Peel Buona fortuna! He was the 15th century equivalent of an astronaut. And his statues should remain. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
silverado427 10,675 Posted October 12, 2021 1492 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Underdog 1,593 Posted October 12, 2021 And don't forget the Niña, Pinta and Santa Maria... Happy sailing, Zabu! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CMJeepster 2,777 Posted October 12, 2021 FYI: What NJ’s cancel culture got so wrong about Columbus Day (nj1015.com) 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
M1152 713 Posted October 12, 2021 https://citizenfreepress.com/breaking/tony-soprano-on-columbus-day/ 1 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
father-of-three 242 Posted October 13, 2021 Amazing (and dangerous) journey! It is interesting how countries initially employed explorers from other countries. Henry Hudson also comes to mind, sailing for the Dutch right in the middle of the English settlements! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kevin125 4,772 Posted October 13, 2021 Belated Happy Columbus Day! Courageous man. Someone down voted this? Lmao... “So sad” -President Trump 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites