Explorers of the Age of Exploration

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Who was Christopher Columbus and what was his major achievement?

Christopher Columbus was an Italian explorer who completed four voyages across the Atlantic Ocean, opening the way for the widespread European exploration and colonization of the Americas.

What did Vasco da Gama accomplish during the Age of Exploration?

Vasco da Gama was a Portuguese explorer who was the first European to reach India by sea, linking Europe and Asia via the ocean.

Who was Ferdinand Magellan and why is he significant?

Ferdinand Magellan was the first explorer to lead an expedition that circumnavigated the Earth, proving the world was round and that the Earth's oceans were connected.

What was John Cabot's role in the Age of Exploration?

John Cabot was an Italian navigator who voyaged to North America in 1497 under the commission of England, leading to the later British claims to Canada.

Who was Hernán Cortés and what did he accomplish?

Hernán Cortés was a Spanish Conquistador who led an expedition that caused the fall of the Aztec Empire and brought large portions of mainland Mexico under Spanish rule.

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