Christopher Columbus

I believe that there are many herbs and many trees that are worth much in Europe for dyes and for medicines; but I do not know, and this causes me great sorrow. Arriving at this cape, I found the smell of the trees and flowers so delicious that it seemed the pleasantest thing in the world. ”

I found that part of it towards San Salvador extending from north to south five leagues, and the other side which we coasted along, ran from east to west more than ten leagues. ”

Sailed this day nineteen leagues, and determined to count less than the true number, that the crew might not be dismayed if the voyage should prove long. ”

No one should fear to undertake any task in the name of our Saviour, if it is just and if the intention is purely for His holy service. ”

Tomorrow morning before we depart, I intend to land and see what can be found in the neighborhood. ”