Thursday, May 12, 2011

European Explorers and Development

Identify the three primary reasons for European Exploration of Texas?

The student will pick an explorer to investigate from a list.
Example: Christopher Columbus

October 31, 1451- May 20, 1506

Was an explore, colonizer, navigator, born in the Republic of Genoa, in Northwestern Italy.

Primary reason he explored was ? Enterprise the Indies.

King John 11 was personally commited to sailing around Africa and discovering a direct sea route to the Indian Ocean. His strong view on geographical exploration made Christopher Columbus a logical choice.

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