Rethinking Columbus Day

In the early years of our nation's history, Christopher Columbus was raised to hero status by writers and historians for allegedly founding the Americas. These documents and recollections made a significant impact and Columbus was given a national holiday that has been celebrated annually since 1971. However, Columbus Day is a holiday unrightfully given to a man who is undeserving of this admiration. Christopher Columbus is responsible for leading the killings of countless Native Americans and claiming title to land that was not rightfully his. Columbus Day should be abolished on accounts…