Who Really Discovered America? (2010)
Contrary to most history books in the United States, Christopher Columbus may not have discovered America.
Genre : Documentary, History
Runtime : 1H 34M
Director : Andy Awes
Synopsis
Examining theories about the discovery of America long before Christopher Columbus' 1492 voyage by explorers from such places as China, Japan, Wales and Ireland.
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