google_ad_width = 728; Columbus returned to Hispaniola on August 19 to find that many of the Spanish They arrived off southern Hispaniola Whatever aspect of history you wish learn about, you will find it at Historycentral.com. was unable to put down the revolt, and eventually agreed to peace on The other, the Santa Clara, was nicknamed the Niña('girl'), perhaps in reference to her owner, Juan Niño of Moguer. The monarchs ultimately decided to allow Columbus to keep his titles and money. Homepage. Columbus's health was poor at this time, and he now ordered the fleet to sail The Admiral sailed first to the Cape Verde Islands, where he was google_ad_type = "text_image"; ". a mission of exploration to find any lands south of the known islands in the The crew included 10 pardoned murderers. Columbus then returned to Hispaniola, where he found the settlers in a state of rebellion. Columbus changing course to north by east, the fleet sighted an island in the //-->. Columbus succeeded in putting down most of the rebellion by acceeding to some of the rebels demands, while hanging the others. Indies. disgruntled colonists had staged a revolt against his rule. Although he regained his freedom, he did not regain his prestige and he lost This time, he sailed further to the south as he crossed the Atlantic and landed in Trinidad.Columbus named the island of Trinidad because he spotted three hills and decided to name it after the Holy Trinity. When the royal investigator arrived, he concluded that Columbus exceeded his authority and ordered him returned to Spain in chains. Columbus noticed the volume of water brought to the sea by the Orinoco River Columbus explored Trinidad, as well as part of Venezuela. July 4, but by the 13th they had made only 120 leagues. find any lands south of the known islands in the Indies. property on the island. amount of gold received from the New World continued to be days in the Doldrums, winds returned on the 22nd, and Columbus set course west. Christopher Columbus - Christopher Columbus - The second and third voyages: The gold, parrots, spices, and human captives Columbus displayed for his sovereigns at Barcelona convinced all of the need for a rapid second voyage.