Quiz Bowl - History - Explorer

In 1911, his expedition was the first to reach the geographic South Pole

He is generally regarded at the first European to see the Pacific Ocean

He was the first European to reach India by sea.

In 1521, Hernán Cortés led the expedition that cause the fall of this Empire

He was killed after reaching the Philippines when he was caught in a battle between two rival chieftans.

A lake between New York is named for this explorer who founded Quebec

His flagship was named the "Pelican" - later renamed the "Golden Hind"

With a fleet of 300 ships and 30,000 men, he made seven epic journey to southeast Asia

He is credited with the discovery of Grand Canyon

His expedition was the first to reach the geographic South Pole

He was the first European to reach the eastern coast of Australia.

He led expeditions during which Spain conquered the Incan Empire