February 18,1519
Santiago,Cuba

Even if Velázquez denied my voyage I will go anyways to seek my fortune and fame! I have set sail with 500 of my men and 11 ships. Seven years I have stayed in Cuba with Velázquez as governer. If there are any complications in my way, I won't let anything stop me. I will return to my kingdom after I have accomplished what I need to accomplish. Let God show me a way to success!