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Dec 25, 1300
Zheng He
He made serveral voyages. He visited several nations throughout Asia and Africa. -
Aug 6, 1492
Christopher Columbus
Sailed on the Nina, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria, hoping to find a way to the West Indies. -
May 10, 1498
Vasco de Gama
He passed the southern tip of Africa, and continued north and east to India. De Gama's course became an important trade route and helped boost Portugese health, wealth, and power. -
Mar 1, 1510
Vasco Nunez de Balboa
He was a spanish colonist, he explored the Caribbean coast. He was the first European to set eye on the Pacific Ocean. -
Nov 8, 1519
Hernando Cortez
HE sailed from Cuba to Mexico, and they concured the Aztecs.