Was Christopher Columbus a poor man when he died?

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Yes, Columbus died poor.
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Chicago Tribune (2 statements)

In 1506 Christopher Columbus died in poverty in Spain... - Chicago Tribune

In 1506 Christopher Columbus died in poverty in Spain...

In 1506 Christopher Columbus died in poverty in Spain.

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suite101.com (1 statement)

Columbus As an Old Man: Poverty, Illness and Disgrace in the Last Years of Columbus' Life

Poverty, Illness and Disgrace in the Last Years of Columbus' Life

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danielnpaul.com (1 statement)

Christopher Columbus - American Indian Genocide

Christopher Columbus died in poverty at Valladolid, Spain, on May 20, 1506.

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newser.com (1 statement)

Christopher Columbus Belongs on Death Row - His legacy is an 'unspeakably cruel' one, writes Eric Kasum

He died in poverty in Valladolid and is buried in Seville Cathedral.

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No, Columbus died rich.
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vernonkids.com (2 statements)

CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS

FACT: Despite the fact that the Spanish crown retracted some of the privileges promised to Columbus, he was a relatively rich man at the time of his death.

MYTH: Columbus died a pauper, in chains, in a Spanish prison.

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conservapedia.com (1 statement)

Christopher Columbus - Conservapedia

The notion that Columbus died in poverty and relative anonymity is a myth.

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