Christopher Columbus Today, you will all become explorers as we start our voyage learning about Columbus. Anchors Away!
Vikings were sea raiders who terrorized coasts of western Europe Vikings were first Europeans to discover North America 500 years before Columbus.
Reconquista and Columbus In your notebook. How Columbus “Discovered” America: 1.The Moors (Muslims who lived in Spain) Islam 2. Pepper (and other spices)
Early Exploration Discovering the World. Why Explore? Early explorers sailed for three things, GOD, GLORY and GOLD!! European countries want to establish.
Early Voyages to the Americas In 1001 Viking sailors led by Leif Erickson reached the northern tip of North America. Vikings are believed to have settled.
An Era of Exploration
