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Aug 3, 1492
Columbus' first voyage
Columbus was finding a west water route to Asia/India. He also made 4 trips. -
Jun 2, 1519
Pineda's voyage
He found a water route to the Pacific Ocean. He was also the first to map the Gulf Coast from Florida to Texas. -
Aug 13, 1521
Cortes voyage
He conquered the Aztec Empire in Mexico. He brought back 6 millions worth of gold. He brought 99 tons of gold by 1570 -
Jun 17, 1528
DeVaca voyage Part 1
His leader was Narvez. The goal was to search for gold in Florida. -
Jun 17, 1537
DeVaca discovers Texas
He discovers the Karankawas, the Couhlitecans, and the Jumano Indians.
