There is no definitive answer regarding Leif Erikson's family wealth, as historical records are limited. However, it is believed that Erikson came from a well-respected and influential family, with his father, Erik the Red, being a notable explorer and founder of the first Norse settlement in Greenland. This suggests that they likely had some level of wealth and social standing.
Leif Erikson had at least two famous siblings: Thorvald and Freydís. Thorvald was also an explorer like Leif, and Freydís has been known for her daring and independent spirit. Their family was a prominent one in Norse society during the Viking Age.
Amelia Earhart's family was upper-middle class. Her father was a successful attorney and her mother was involved in various social causes. This allowed Earhart to have access to education and opportunities that many others did not.
Vasco Nunez de Balboa came from a modest background. His family was not considered wealthy. Balboa worked various jobs and eventually became a successful conquistador and explorer in the New World.
Lief discovered many things for the Vikings, including what is today North America, and a crew of a shipwreck who would have surely died if it wasn't for being discovered by Lief.
Gonzalo Pizarro's three goals were to explore and conquer new territories in South America, to find the legendary city of El Dorado rumored to be rich in gold, and to secure power and wealth for himself and his family.
Thorkell Leifsson.
By Viking ship.
None. He supplied his own ship and supplies.
Yes. His son's name was Thorkell Leifsson.
He was born some time around 970 AD, the exact date is unknown.
he had a wief and a son. his son was lief ericson.
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Thorkell Leifsson.
Greenland.
Iceland.
Her name was Thjodhild.
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