When most of the world was still unexplored, many people made long journeys over uncharted seas and unmapped territories. Some of them were looking for new trade routes. Some were seeking wealth and fame. Others wanted to claim new lands for their rulers. Many explorers struck out into the unknown simply for the personal thrill of discovery. They wanted to be the first people to set foot on strange territory.
For more information on exporation and explorers go to ...... Encyclopedia Britannica School edition: Exploration
Spain: Columbus claiming of San Salvador, 1492
Christopher Columbus, kneeling, claims the island of San Salvador for Spain in 1492. San Salvador was the first place the Spaniards landed in the New World.
L.Prang and Company/Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. (neg. no. LC-USZC2-1687)
(from Encyclopedia Britannica School edition http://school.eb.com/levels/middle/article/274239/media?assemblyId=148290 )
There are lots of books in the library about explorers. Have a look in our history section starting in:
900 - 910: for information on exploration
920: for information on specific explorers
If you're not sure where to look in the library ask Ms. Emma or Ms. Marina and they will be happy to show you.