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Hernán de Soto, a Spanish explorer and conquistador, sought to find gold and riches in the New World, driven by the desire for wealth and glory. He hoped to discover a passage to the South Sea and explore regions that were rumored to be filled with treasures. De Soto's expeditions primarily focused on the southeastern United States, where he aimed to conquer and claim land for Spain. Ultimately, his quest was marked by encounters with Native American tribes and significant hardships.

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