Hernan Cortes - In 1504, he first arrived on the island of Hispaniola at the city of Santa Domingo., Ferdinand Magellan - In 1519, he was one of the first explorers to cross the Pacific Ocean. , Christopher Columbus - In 1492, he set sail from France to find space, gold, and a quicker way to Asia and discovered Canada. , Jacques Cartier - In 1534, he set sail from France to find spices, gold, and a quicker way to Asia and discovered Canada. , Vasco Nunes de Balboa - In 1510, he wanted to seek out treasure and new land in South America., Juan Ponce De Leon - In 1513, he discovered Florida after landing in Puerto Rico. , Amerigo Vespucci - In 1499, 'The Americas' were named for him even though he was not the first to explore the New World and wrote about his travels. ,

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