northwest passage
It certainly is, but it isn't necessarily correct to say that they were the first, and even if they were, they're probably not the Europeans you're thinking off. The Americas were in fact discovered by the Vikings long before any English, Italian or Spanish explorers got there. But obviously, America was already inhabited by the Native Americans, so obviously early man had made his way to America even before that. Nonetheless, those European explorers you're thinking of DID discover America, they just weren't the first to do so.
for Spain to lead the race
There were many explorers that set out to explore the New World. The first English explorer to reach the New World was John Cabot.
1607
The English, French, nd the Dutch were serching for new land to obtain profits in prouducts like tobacco while they were charting the coast of north America.
a more direct route to India and Idonesia
northwest passage
French explorers were originally looking for a northwest passage to Asia, as well as new trade routes and resources. English explorers were mainly searching for a northwest passage to Asia, as well as opportunities for colonization and trade.
they were looking for gold in the movie Pocahontas
English explorers were primarily searching for new trade routes to Asia in order to bypass the Ottoman Empire, as well as seeking potential land for colonization and natural resources such as gold, spices, and valuable goods. Some explorers were also looking for scientific knowledge and to spread Christianity to new regions.
To have a chance to practice the religion of their choice.
The search for the Northwest Passage to China in order to obtain spices.
No. But Pokemon Mystery Dungeon 2 Explorers Of Time and Explorers Of Darkness will be coming out in America on April 20th 2008
none even the earliest dutch was a dutch hired English named Henry Hudson
Spanish explorers, such as Christopher Columbus and Hernan Cortes, were known for their conquests in the Americas and their colonization efforts. English explorers, like John Cabot and Sir Francis Drake, focused more on establishing trade routes and settlements in North America and Asia. Additionally, Spanish explorers were often funded and supported by the Spanish monarchy, while English explorers were often backed by private companies or investors.
English and French explorers were primarily looking for new trade routes to Asia and the Indies, as well as valuable resources such as gold, silver, and furs. They were also seeking to establish colonies to expand their empires and spread their cultural and religious influence.