How did Europeans react to Columbus voyage?

Answer 1

Around the time of Galileo, there was a strong following of Catholicism in Europe. Galileo agreed with Copernicus that the Earth revolved around the sun instead of the Earth being the center of the universe (which is what the Catholics preached). Galileo also had a fan base, and whatever he said they believed. Since he agreed with Copernicus, the Pope threatened to torture him if he published his agreement and beliefs.

Basically there were to factions at this time period (late 1500's-early 1600's).

Answer 2

He didn't want to "find America". In fact, he had no idea that it existed and how big the world really was. His maps were wrong, so he went west to go East. He never knew about North America and didn't realize how wrong he was in his calculations. The rest of Spain had no idea about Columbus and his fame came about years after his death. In fact, in his life he was considered a failure and died broke. His son sued the crown to fulfill the contract he made with him.

Answer 3

The Europeans felt proud because there explorer found a whole new country!

Answer 4

they were happy about it. they were happy that they found a "new world" and new land.

Answer 5

they did not believe him and thaught he was a lier

Answer 6

The Europeans were suprised.