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columbus was searching fo a shorter way to asia and riches. it was important because, he found the bahamahs and encouraged future explorers.
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cortes went to cuba in search of gold. he then went to mexico he conquered the aztecs. he brought back 6 million dollars in gold. he also sparked an intrest in many people of exploration.
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pineda sailed the gulf coast of mexico. he was the first to map the coast.
