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Ponce de León is the spanish explorer who founded the oldest settlement in Puerto Rico and later discovered Florida (1513) while searching for the mythical fountain of youth.
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In 1513, Ponce de Leon discovered explored Florida, which he claimed for Spain. It is believed that he landed near St. Augustine in March of 1513.
Juan Ponce de León explored and claimed the state of Florida for Spain in 1513. He was the first European to set foot on the land, which he named "La Florida" due to its lush vegetation and the timing of his arrival during the Easter season, known as "Pascua Florida" in Spanish. Ponce de León's expedition marked the beginning of Spanish interest and colonization in the region.
Spain claimed the territory of Florida
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Many Thought it was Barthalomuel Diaz,But Columbus Was The First Person To claim Land For Spain,Also Portugal. Bartolomeu Diaz was a Portuguese explorer who sailed under the Portuguese flag, so there is no way he could have claimed any land for Spain. So indeed it is Columbus who was the first to claim land for Spain.