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Giovanni da Verrazzano was an Italian explorer who, in the early 16th century, was seeking a westward passage to Asia, specifically looking for a route that would facilitate trade with the lucrative markets of the East. He was commissioned by the French crown to explore the North American coast, hoping to find a quicker way to reach the riches of China and India. During his voyages, he explored parts of what is now the eastern United States, including the New York Harbor. His explorations contributed to European knowledge of the North American coastline.

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