When did Christopher Columbus discover Puerto Rico?
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When did Christopher Columbus discover Puerto Rico?
Puerto Rico:
The island of Puerto Rico is currently a U.S. territory where citizens are considered full citizens of the United States of America. It is located to the east of the island of Hispaniola, an island housing the two nations of Haiti and the Dominican Republic. In 2017, Puerto Rico was devastated by a series of hurricanes, the worst impact coming from Hurricane Maria.
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View this answerChristopher Columbus discovered the island of Puerto Rico on November 19, 1943. This was during his second voyage across the Atlantic Ocean. During...
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Chapter 2 / Lesson 19Learn about Christopher Columbus, his life, and his impact. See facts about Christopher Columbus, learn who discovered America, and read about where Columbus landed.