Books
 

Members with This Book

  • Danielle J
  • Sven C. Schuiling
  • Ron  B
  • Orchid of India
See all 5 members with this book on their shelves »

Most Helpful Reviews

see all reviews

Liked It

Ron  B
  • Rated 4 stars

Cortes is famous for "burning his ships," but he also did something else quite interesting before he set sail for Mexico on August 15, 1519: He cut his communications with home. He didn't actually "burn" his ships, he ran them ashore and wrecked them, putting holes into them. A great story of...

see full review » see other reviews »
 

Newest Reviews

see all reviews
  • Ron  B
      • Rated 4 stars

    Cortes is famous for "burning his ships," but he also did something else quite interesting before he set sail for Mexico on August 15, 1519: He cut his communications with home. He didn't actually "burn" his ships, he ran them ashore and wrecked them, putting holes into them. A great story of an interesting man.

    Ron B wrote this review Tuesday, February 12 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
    Post Cancel
Advertisement