Discuss the unique characteristics-geography-history

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Why were there no American, Chinese, or Islamic counterparts to Columbus? Or were there? In your essay identify and discuss the unique characteristics, geography, history, and individuals of the Americas, China, Europe, and the Islamic "world" that may account for the advent of Columbus's 1492 voyage to Asia. In addition, discuss any potential American, Chinese, or Islamic counterparts to Columbus, their exploits, and reasons why they didn't accomplish what Columbus accomplished.

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