Exploration and Conquest of the Americas

These flashcards cover key explorers and significant events related to the exploration and conquest of the Americas.

Christopher Columbus

An Italian explorer known for leading the first expedition across the Atlantic, reaching the Americas in 1492.

Alvarez de Pineda

A Spanish explorer credited with mapping the coastline of Texas in 1519.

Cabeza de Vaca

A Spanish explorer known for his journey through the Americas and his account of his experiences in the 1520s.

Hernan Cortes

Spanish conquistador who led the expedition that caused the fall of the Aztec Empire in 1521.

Francisco Pizarro

Spanish conquistador who led the conquest of the Inca Empire in South America.

Hernando de Soto

A Spanish explorer known for exploring the southeastern United States, including Florida and the Mississippi River.

Francisco Vazquez de Coronado

Spanish explorer known for his expedition into the southwestern United States in search of the Seven Cities of Gold.

Juan de Onate

Spanish explorer and colonizer known for his expedition to present-day New Mexico.

Spanish Colonial Texas

The period of Texas history when it was part of the Spanish Empire, characterized by Spanish missions and settlements.

Rene-Robert Cavalier, Sieur de la Salle

A French explorer known for his explorations of the Mississippi River and his establishment of a French presence in the Great Lakes region.