Juan Ponce de Leon
but
Florida
Juan Ponce de Leon
vasco de gama
The people who sponsored him were from Spain
Yes, Juan Ponce de León was searching for new lands and resources when he discovered Florida in 1513. He was looking for the legendary Fountain of Youth, but the primary motivation for his exploration was to establish colonies and expand Spain's territorial claims.
Modern Day Florida
The person who received permission to colonize Florida was Juan Ponce de Leon. Juan Ponce de Leon was the Spanish explorer who received permission to colonize Florida. Juan Ponce de Leon received permission from Ferdinand to colonize Florida after he returned to Spain in 1514.
spain
Juan Ponce de Leon was the first Spaniard to reach Florida in 1513.
Juan Ponce de León's exploration of Florida was funded by the Spanish crown, specifically King Ferdinand of Spain. Ponce de León received the commission to explore and settle the region in the early 16th century.
Juan Ponce De Leon Juan Ponce De Leon
Was born in Servas, Spain.Spain.