Ponce De Leon

Ponce de Leon named the land he discovered "Pascua de Florida". What does this mean?

"Feast of Flowers"

What famous explorer did Ponce de Leon work as a sailor for?

Christopher Columbus

Where did Ponce de Leon die?

Cuba

Someone from one of the countries of Europe is called a

European

Ponce de Leon's obstacles:

Fights with Native Americans and water currents

Ponce de Leon's purpose:

Find gold and the fountain of youth, and slaves

Ponce de Leon's achievements:

First Eurepeon to reach Florida,ended the rebellion,was named governor, made money selling veggies, found gold, discovered water current in the Gulf Stream

Ponce de Leon landed in what is now called

Florida

Why was de Leon not successful?

He did not get along with Indians and did not have best diet on his voyage.

Ponce de Leon's hobbies:

He had an interest on exploring his tiny village for more secrets. He also liked trading objects for greater value.

Ponce de Leon's sponsors:

King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain

Why did Ponce de Leon return to Spain?

to bring back settlers to start a colony in St. Augustine, Florida

Native's perspective of Ponce de Leon

Negative: They did not like him because he killed them and invaded their land.

Spain's perspective of Ponce de Leon

Positive: He found new land

What country was Ponce de Leon forced out of as their ruler?

Puerto Rico

Ponce de Leon declared Florida a colony for what country

Spain

Where did Ponce de Leon built a Spanish colony and fort?

St. Augustine, Florida

What was Ponce de Leon killed by?

a poisonous arrow

Dates of Ponce de Leon's expeditions

1513; 1521

Someone who travels seeking new discoveries is called an

explorer