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Leif Eriksson's interest in exploring a new land was sparked when he heard about the discovery of a new region to the west of Greenland by Bjarni Herjolfsson. This news intrigued Leif and led him to organize an expedition to find this new land, resulting in his discovery of Vinland (believed to be present-day Newfoundland in Canada).
What else can I help you with?
What was leifs reason for exploring?
He wanted to follow in his dads footsteps because his dad, Erik the red also explored and discovered 'Greenland'.
When did Jón Leifs die?
Jón Leifs died in 1968.
When was Jón Leifs born?
Jón Leifs was born in 1899.
Who was in Leifs ericsons crew?
eric the red
Did leifs whife die?
Of course she did, everyone dies.
When did leifs famous voyage take place?
in the 1620
What was the date of leifs voyage?
The year 1002 or 1003.
Who were leifs mom and dad?
His father was Erik the Red. His mother was Thjodhild.
What was the purpose of leifs ericsons voyage to America?
He was searching for new lands to colonize.
What happened to leifs brother thorvald?
He was shot by an arrow by a native in North America, and died of his wound.
What are leifs Ericsson significant achievements?
He led a group of Vikings who became the first Europeans to land in North America.
Why did Leif Ericson go to Vinland?
Leif Eriksson sailed to North America looking for lumber, which was hard to come by and therefore very valuable in Greenland. The area they settled in temporarily was named Vinland after they discovered it not only had lumber and game to hunt, but also grapes.
