Christopher Columbus embarked on his historic voyage in 1492, but he ultimately failed to find the fabled islands he sought, including Antilla. This journey, initially celebrated, was one of the few successes in a life that quickly spiraled downward. Just eight years later, he was stripped of his title as Admiral and returned to Spain in disgrace, lost to history to the extent that the location of his burial remains uncertain.

Columbus's rapid decline in fortune within such a short period highlights his notable incompetence and arrogance. His inability to maintain his standing and the missteps he took led to a dramatic fall from grace, making his once-celebrated achievements seem overshadowed by his later failures.