Explporers and stuff

  • Jan 1, 1492

    Columbus

    Columbus
    Columbus discovered North America, but at the time he thought it was India. This discovery led to further exploration of the New World.
  • Oct 28, 1518

    Corchez

    He conquered the Aztecs in Mexico and brought back lots of gold. This caused the Spanish to continue exploration to get more gold.
  • Sep 27, 1519

    pineda

    He was the first to map the Florida to Texas coast. Tis led to further exploration of that area.
  • Nov 6, 1527

    De Vaca

    First to explore Texas and Galveston.