Erik the Red didn't establish any settlements in the new world. He established settlements in Greenland. His son, Leif Ericson, established the settlement of Vinland in the new world.
In 985, Erik the Red established the colony known as Greenland's Eastern Settlement. This settlement was located on the southwestern coast of Greenland and became one of the two main Norse settlements on the island, the other being the Western Settlement. Erik named the land "Greenland" in an attempt to attract settlers, despite its harsh climate and icy landscape. The colony thrived for several centuries before declining in the 15th century.
He looked for suitable sites to establish settlements.
Founder of the first european settlement in Greenland in 986.
Because it allowed the Vikings to establish settlements in Greenland.
Erik the Red is famous for having founded the first Norse settlement in Greenland.
According to History/ Geographical books and studies, Vikings were the first people to create the settlement in GreenLand. :)
Leif Ericson is NOT correct! Erik the Red discovered and created a settlement on Greenland. Leif Erikson, his son, was born in Greenland, and explored and discovered Newfoundland and Vinland.
Erik the Red discovered Greenland
Erik the red discovered Greenland in the year 982.
Erik "The Red" Thorvaldson sailed form Iceland to Greenland and established the first European Settlement in North America
Eric the Red's full name was Erik Thorvaldsson. He was also known as Erik the Red due to his red hair and beard. He was a Norse explorer and the founder of the first Norse settlement in Greenland.