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Jan 1, 1496
Born
hernando De Soto was born in Spain. -
Jan 1, 1514
New World
In 1514 De soto travels to the New World. -
Jan 1, 1532
Joins Peru
In 1532 he joined Pizarro's voyage to Peru. -
Jan 1, 1539
Reaches Florida
In 1539 he landed in Florida. -
May 21, 1542
Died
He died at the banks of the Mississippi River, with a disease in Lousiana. He died looking for treasure.