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Spanish Exploration to the New World


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Join us on a thrilling expedition through time as we delve into the captivating world of Spanish exploration in the New World! In this episode we discuss many of the daring explorers that traveled for more than 6 months across the Atlantic including Juan Ponce De Leon, Columbus, and lesser known map maker Waldseemüller. Along with discussion around explorer culture and logistics of the voyages, this is a great place to start as we take our journey through history, across the pond. 



The Waldseemüller Map:

⁠https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/the-waldseemuller-map-charting-the-new-world-148815355/⁠



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Shovel SchoolBy Aiden Eylward