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
