They were called Conquistadors
To claim land for Spain. ;)
The New World is where explorers thought there were many riches. They wanted to also claim land for their own country.
Mainly riches and gold, but they got much more by laying claim to the land.
john cabot
when did the French claim riches
jorge bush He was the first dad in america he was first to bang.
Christopher Columbus
Spain sent explorers to Central and South America primarily in search of gold, silver, and other riches, driven by the desire for wealth and the expansion of Spanish influence. They were also motivated by the ambition to spread Christianity and claim new territories for the Spanish crown. This quest led to the discovery and conquest of vast regions, significantly impacting the indigenous populations and the course of history in the Americas.
Great Britain, Netherlands, Sweden, Germany, Denmark, France, Russia, Spain, and Portugal.
Russia was Francisco's sponsoring country because Russia paid him to go on his journey and discover riches and land to claim for Russia.
Francisco Pizarro was seeking the Inca Empire in search of wealth and conquest. He hoped to conquer the Inca civilization and claim its riches for Spain.
What lands did Spain claim