Francisco Coronado was born in Salamanca, Spain in 1510 and came to Mexico in 1535. He was a Spanish conqueror, or conquistador who visited New Mexico and other parts of what are now the southwestern United States and hoped to conquer the seven cities of gold. In 1540 he was sent to find these cities but discovered them to be only poor Indian pueblos in what is now New Mexico. In 1541 Coronado went to look for "Quivira," a land said to be rich in gold. He reached what is now eastern Kansas, but found only Indian villages. Fransisco's expeditions failed to produce gold. Coronado and his men returned to Mexico in 1542. Some of his men discovered the Grand Canyon of the Colorado.
Francisco Coronado's exploration led to the discovery of the Grand Canyon and various Native American tribes in the American Southwest. Despite not finding the fabled Seven Cities of Gold, his journey provided valuable geographical knowledge of the region.
His explorations led to the discovery of new lands, the establishment of trade routes, and the encounter with new cultures. Additionally, his expeditions contributed to the expansion of knowledge about geography and the world.
Coronado's exploration brought violence, disease, and disruption to the Native American communities he encountered. The Spanish conquest led to destruction of native societies, including loss of life, land, and cultural practices. It also introduced European diseases that decimated indigenous populations.
Spanish leaders may have exaggerated reports of their expeditions to impress their superiors, secure additional funding for future expeditions, or to maintain their status and reputation within the Spanish empire. Exaggerations could also serve to boost morale among crew members and attract more participants for future expeditions.
The first known black explorer is likely Estevanico, a North African slave who accompanied Spanish expeditions in the early 16th century, including the Narváez and de Vaca expeditions to North America. Estevanico played a significant role as a scout and interpreter during these expeditions.
Nothing,It was a failed mission.
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exploring
to find El Dorado
it was fun
He set sailed in 1540.
To find the "Seven Cities Of Gold” which was a lie.
July 21st 1510 Salamanca,Spain
Francisco Vasquez de Coronados wife.
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Francisco Coronado's hometown was Salamanca, Spain.
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