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Hernando de Soto explored Arkansas in 1541 during his expedition through the southeastern United States in search of wealth, particularly gold and silver. He aimed to expand Spanish territory and influence in the region, as well as to find a passage to the riches of the ancient civilizations he had heard about. De Soto's expedition was marked by encounters with various Indigenous tribes, leading to significant cultural exchanges and conflict. Ultimately, while he did not find the riches he sought, his exploration contributed to European knowledge of the interior of North America.

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