The chronology of the discovery and development of Florida in the 16th century. Part 2: The first stage of the discovery and development of Florida from 1513 to 1516

Aim. To continue the chronology of the discovery and development of Spanish Florida in the XVI century. Expeditions from 1513 to 1516 were considered.

Methodology. The work uses archival documents, maps and scientific research available for 2022. The research is based on the principles of historicism, objectivity and consistency.

Results. A chronology of expeditions discovering and developing Florida from 1513 to 1516 is presented, as well as their connection with events in the Spanish kingdoms and Europe.

Research implications. For the first time in Russian historical science, the chronology of events and causal relations regarding the discovery, development and Christianization of Florida in the 16th century are presented in detail. The results of the work can be used in organizing a special course for the discovery and development of a large area of the North American continent, called "Spanish Florida".

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