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What Happened on December 5, 1492

Historical Events

Columbus Sights Hispaniola

Christopher Columbus is the first European to sight Hispaniola (modern Dominican Republic and Haiti)

1492 Highlights

About December 5, 1492

Calendar: Julian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 531 years, 7 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Sagittarius