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John Cabot (about 1450-1499) was an Italian-born English explorer and navigator. In Italy, he is known as Giovanni Caboto (which is his original name).
Cabot was born in Italy but moved to England in 1495. At the request of King Henry VII of England, Cabot sailed to Canada in 1497, commanding the small ship called "Matthew." Cabot landed near Labrador, Newfoundland, or Cape Breton Island (the exact spot is uncertain) on June 24, 1497. One of John Cabot's three sons, the explorer Sebastian Cabot, accompanied him on this trip. Cabot claimed the land for England.
Cabot explored the Canadian coastline and named many of its islands and capes. The mission's purpose was to search for a Northwest passage across North America to Asia (a seaway to Asia). Cabot was unsuccessful, although he thought that he had reached northeastern Asia.
Cabot undertook a second, larger expedition in 1498. On this trip, Cabot may have reached America, but that is uncertain. Cabot's expeditions were the first of Britain's claims to Canada.
John Cabot died in England in 1499.
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What country did john Cabot sail to and the flag?
John Cabot sailed to Canada .
How did john Cabot affect Canada?
John Cabot named many islands and capes along Canada's coastline.
What part of Canada did john Cabot explore?
John Cabot explored the coast of newfoundland.
How did john Cabot get to Canada?
he got to Canada by boat.
Where did John Cabot get to?
Newfoundland in canada.
Which region was explored from John Cabot?
JOhn Cabot explored Eastern Canada. Its western Canada john Cabot discovered Vancouver island
Who employed john cabot?
The Queen Elizabeth of England. John Cabot found Newfoundland in Canada.
What natural resources did john Cabot want?
John Cabot was looking for fur when he reached Canada.
What happened to John Cabot?
John Cabot found a place in Canada, claimed it for Spain, was driven out, and died in a storm
Is john Cabot the sane as culmbus?
yes and no he ,John Cabot, the first European to set foot on Canada
Did john Cabot have any accomplishments once he arrived in Canada?
did cabot have any accomplishments after he arrived in canada anwer: no he did not
When did John Cabot claim Canada for England?
John Cabot Claimed New foundland canada in 1472.
