Exploration & Discovery

Pánfilo de Narváez's Expedition to Florida

Pánfilo de Narváez led an ambitious expedition to Florida with 600 men, departing from Spain with the aim of exploring new territories and establishing a Spanish presence in North America. Despite his plans, the expedition faced formidable challenges, including hostile encounters with indigenous populations, insufficient supplies, and harsh environmental conditions. By 1536, only four of the original members survived, highlighting the difficulties of early Spanish exploration efforts in the Americas.

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