Why is Columbus Day still a thing? (1 Viewer)

[SystemShock]

Why is Cristoforo Colombo still celebrated?
He was a flaming racist and slave trader who didn't discover shirt. What's there to celebrate?

 

[Bigdaddysaints]

Christopher Columbus is a very important historical figure. He crossed the Atlantic Ocean 4 times which allowed European colonization of the Americas. He also made contact with the Caribbean as well as Central and South America. He's possibly the most important explorer in human history. He without a doubt deserves to be celebrated and honored.

Aknowleded as an important historical figure, yes. Celebrated no. There is a BIG difference in the 2.

 

[CoolBrees]

Atilla the Hun is an important historical figure too.

Not really one to be celebrated.

Christopher Columbus is a fraud.