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Oct 21, 1496
When Hernando de Soto was born
In Jerez de los caballeros, Spain -
Jan 10, 1514
Sails to Darien, Panama
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Aug 14, 1514
Hernando de Soto left his family
Moved to Seville, Spain -
Nov 14, 1524
Hernando de Soto takes part of the conquest of Nicaragua
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Jul 6, 1531
Pizarro and De Soto begin the conquest of Peru
Conquered the Inca -
Feb 28, 1532
Hernando de Soto's army left Puna
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Sep 12, 1536
Returned to Spain with Inca treasure
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Oct 6, 1537
Sent to North America to conquer what is now Florida
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Jul 28, 1539
De Soto, 600 soldiers, and 100 servants landed in Tampa Bay,Florida
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Jun 17, 1541
Hernando de Soto reaches the Mississippi
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May 21, 1542
When Hernando de Soto died
He died of a sickness