Examines the lives of the explorers, trappers, and pioneers of North America, focusing on their accomplishments, lifestyle, weapons, and interactions with native peoples. Includes a glossary, a timeline, and sources of more information.
Content Note
Crossing the Atlantic -- Columbus arrives -- The conquistadors -- Exploring the coast -- Drake's lust for gold -- Raleigh and Roanoke -- Opening up the interior -- Spanish missions -- Lewis and Clark -- Reaching the Pacific -- Trade and treaties -- The great surveys -- Spanning the continent -- Glossary -- Timeline.