Ponce De Leon
Juan Ponce De Leon was the first European to find la Florida.
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Ponce de LeonPonce de Leon explored Florida looking for the Fountain of Youth.
the French
The Spanish were the first European settlers in Florida.
first European to explore Florida.
Portugal
Juan Ponce de León explored and claimed the state of Florida for Spain in 1513. He was the first European to set foot on the land, which he named "La Florida" due to its lush vegetation and the timing of his arrival during the Easter season, known as "Pascua Florida" in Spanish. Ponce de León's expedition marked the beginning of Spanish interest and colonization in the region.
France
If you mean what European power first explored and settled Mexico during the Age of Exploration, Spain qualifies as such.
Juan Ponce de Leon was the first European explorer to reach Florida.
The European first came to Florida in 4/2/1513 .