Age of Exploration
While Portugal began the Age of Exploration, England, France and Spain dominated the New World.
Christopher Columbus
Learn more about this famous explorer, his four voyages, his death, and his legacy.
Learn more about this famous explorer, his four voyages, his death, and his legacy.
De Soto's Trails: Native American Conquest
Interesting, well illustrated description of Hernando De Soto's trip through parts of the North American continent. The author, Donald E. Sheppard, visited each site described to verify his sources.
Interesting, well illustrated description of Hernando De Soto's trip through parts of the North American continent. The author, Donald E. Sheppard, visited each site described to verify his sources.
Early Navigation Methods
How did the early explorers navigate the long journey across the Atlantic? The stars and different navigational instruments are discussed in depth. From the Mariner's Museum.
How did the early explorers navigate the long journey across the Atlantic? The stars and different navigational instruments are discussed in depth. From the Mariner's Museum.
Columbus Day History
Learn the history of Columbus Day with this article.
Learn the history of Columbus Day with this article.