The Italian explorer referred to in the statement is Christopher Columbus. In 1492, Columbus embarked on his historic voyage across the Atlantic Ocean with the support of the Spanish monarchy, particularly King Ferdinand II of Aragon and Queen Isabella I of Castile. His objective was to find a western sea route to Asia, but he instead stumbled upon the Americas. This unintentional discovery led to the awareness and exploration of the New World by Europeans, ultimately changing the course of history.
