AMES 300 China in the World Order: an Extramural Perspective: Home

In the 15th century, a massive Chinese armada of over 300 ships led by Admiral Zheng He traversed half the world, impressing populations in Africa, Arabia and Southeast Asia with its magnificence.

Did other explorers beat Columbus to our shores? New evidence suggests that America may have been discovered -- and rediscovered -- by Asian, Celtic, and Polynesian tribes, among others. Dramatic recreations augment the story of these amazing journeys.

Recorded LIVE with the Somerville Producers Group on Dead Air Live at Somerville Community Access TV, SCATV 1987