Christopher Columbus was known as the Admiral of the Ocean Sea.
admiral of the ocean sea
He was raised from acting Commodore*(as he commanded a small fleet) to eventually Admiral of the Ocean Sea- Six campaign stripes in modern dress, like Zsa Zsa Gabor when I was growing up!
Zheng He's title in China was Admiral of the Ocean Sea.
Admiral of the Ocean Sea
Vasco da Gama.
Christopher Columbus struck a deal with Spanish crown to help him finance his quest. In return for his discoveries and services to crown, he was given the title of Admiral of Ocean Sea and was made Viceroy of Indies.
King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella granted Columbus the titles of Admiral of the Sea and Viceroy and Governor of the Indies. Columbus is most famous for his four exploratory voyages, especially the first.
Upon returning from his first voyage in 1493, Christopher Columbus was given the title "Admiral of the Ocean Sea" by the Spanish Crown. This title recognized his role in discovering the New World and his achievements in maritime exploration. Additionally, he was granted the noble title of "Viceroy" and "Governor" of the lands he claimed for Spain.
The title "Admiral of the Ocean Sea" was bestowed upon Christopher Columbus by King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain in 1492. It recognized his role as the commander of the expedition that led to the European discovery of the Americas. The title symbolized both his authority over naval matters and his pioneering achievements in transatlantic exploration. Columbus's voyages played a crucial role in initiating widespread contact between Europe and the Americas.
No, but there is a Yellow Sea. It is the name given to the northern part of the East China Sea, which is a marginal sea of the Pacific Ocean.
Christopher Columbus sought the title of "Admiral of the Ocean Sea." He believed this title would grant him authority over the lands he discovered and enhance his stature among European nobility. Additionally, he aimed to secure the title of "Viceroy" and "Governor" of the territories he claimed, which would allow him to exercise significant control over these new lands.
Columbus wanted 10% of any riches produced in the land he might discover and he wanted the title of Admiral of the Ocean Sea, which would be passed to his descendants. He never got any of what he bargained for. He spent the last 10 years of his life haggling over his right to 10% of the revenues of the New World.