Dangerous Mission
Jun 5th, 2020 by thegooddoctor in 100 Words
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As he lay in his bunk, even the gentle swells of the sea could not calm his anxiety. He had worked so hard to get here. He had learned map reading, sailed along the coast of Africa, and Ireland. It had taken years to secure funding for this voyage. He would not allow himself to fail now.
The last few days had been difficult. Rations were running low and the crew were restless. It had been seventy days since leaving Seville. Had he somehow miscalculated?
Suddenly Columbus heard shouting and running above deck. His heart skipped a beat: “Land Ahoy!”
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