""Ferdinand De Soto the Discoverer of the Mississippi"" is a historical biography written by John S. C. Abbott, detailing the life and explorations of the Spanish conquistador, Ferdinand De Soto. The book covers De Soto's early life in Spain, his participation in the conquest of Peru, and his subsequent expedition to Florida and the southeastern United States in search of gold and other riches. Abbott describes De Soto's encounters with Native American tribes, including the Chickasaw, Choctaw, and Natchez, and the battles ...
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""Ferdinand De Soto the Discoverer of the Mississippi"" is a historical biography written by John S. C. Abbott, detailing the life and explorations of the Spanish conquistador, Ferdinand De Soto. The book covers De Soto's early life in Spain, his participation in the conquest of Peru, and his subsequent expedition to Florida and the southeastern United States in search of gold and other riches. Abbott describes De Soto's encounters with Native American tribes, including the Chickasaw, Choctaw, and Natchez, and the battles that ensued. The book also explores De Soto's legacy and impact on American history, including the lasting influence of his expeditions on European colonization and the treatment of Native Americans. Overall, ""Ferdinand De Soto the Discoverer of the Mississippi"" provides a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the most significant explorers of the early modern period.1876. Illustrated. American Pioneers and Patriots series. The story of Ferdinand De Soto the renowned Spanish soldier of fortune who had served with Pizarro in the conquest of Peru. In 1538 under the patronage of the emperor, Charles V, De Soto formed a company for the purpose of exploring Florida. The emperor who was at this time the most powerful monarchy in all Europe, provided De Soto with unlimited resources at his command, and soon he found himself leading a company of nine hundred and fifty adventurers. In his quest for gold De Soto explored the lower Mississippi River in 1542. Although he claimed the land for Spain, died and was buried there, he left no more traces. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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