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Francisco Vasquez de Coronado

Born in 1510, Francisco Vasquez de Coronado was a Spanish explorer famous for his explorations of New Mexico, Arizona, and the Great Plains of North America. The members of his expedition were the first Europeans to reach the Grand Canyon.

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When and where did fransico Coronado exploration occur?

Francisco Coronado's exploration occurred between 1540 and 1542, primarily in what is now the southwestern United States. He embarked on his expedition from Mexico, seeking the fabled Seven Cities of Gold, and traveled through areas that include present-day Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas. His journey marked one of the first significant European explorations of the interior of North America.

Was Francisco Vazquez DE Coronado a bad man?

No he wasn't. The reports of his major expeditions do not tell of any massacres or other forms of cruelty towards the peoples he met. When the going really got tough, he was careful to send back anyone not essential for the expedition and continued with only a small group of men. After his expeditions he was accused of crimes committed during his travels, but an inquest cleared his name completely.

What year did Francisco Vasquez de coronado was born?

Francisco Vázquez de Coronado was born in 1510 in Salamanca, Spain. He became a prominent Spanish explorer known for his expedition across North America in search of the mythical Seven Cities of Gold during the 1540s. His journeys took him through present-day Mexico and the southwestern United States.

How old was francisco coronado when he first sailed?

He was 10 years old when he sailed first. His father took him sailing to Germany to visit his grandfather.

What is francisco vasquez de coronado's wife's name?

Coronado married Beatriz de Estrada when in Mexico in 1535 aged 25 years old. They had eight children.

Is coronado paint the same as Benjamin Moore?

No, Coronado and Benjamin Moore are separate paint companies, often sold by the same dealer.

What is Francisco De Coronado remembered for?

Francisco De Coronado was born in Salamanca, Spain in 1510. H traveled to the New World. He became the governor of New Galicia. Later, he was asked to lead a venture to the Seven Cities of Cibola. He lead many men on foot across Arizona to New Mexico. When he found it did not exist, a captive Indian told him of Quivira, another gold-filled place. He traveled into Oklahoma and Kansas. Quivira was dismissed as a myth as well. He returned to New Galicia, and was relieved of his duty as governor. He stayed in Mexico until his death in 1544.