Christopher Columbus (CYOAH Redux!)

Henry the VII was always looking for ways to expand England's riches. Having only been on the English throne for 7 years, Henry was looking for all they ways in which he could expand his control and solidify his position as well as bringing riches to his kingdom. Then a sailor by the name of Christopher Columbus walks into his court and states to his that another way to Asia can be found if his ships travel west. Many in the court believe the sailor is just a fancy man with his head in the clouds, but Henry the VII knows the power of Portugal, and now the Iberian Union, as they trade with the east.

In a gamble, he approves an expidition and grants Columbus 5 ships - three smaller ships with two galleons.