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Sep 6, 1492
Christopher Columbus
In 1492 Columbus sailed across the Atlantic Ocean in search of India. -
Apr 2, 1513
Juan Ponce deLeon
Ponce deLeon discovered St. Augustine, Florida. He named the land "Pascua de Florida" (feast of flowers) -
Feb 11, 1535
Jacques Cartier
Cartier explores the St. Lawrence River near Quebec, Canada. -
Christopher Newport
Jamestown is discovered by Christopher Newport.
