Voyages: 1524-1527
Carolina, and New York Harbor

WHY HE EXPLORED:
Giovanni da Verrazano explored because the King of France wanted to claim new land. Verrazano also wanted to find a northwestern sea passage to China and to capture Spanish ships.

Interesting facts & Details:

• Eaten by cannibals in the Caribbean
• Sailed for France
• Was the first man to set foot in the New York Harbor
• Giovanni was the only explorer to anchor away from shore
• Verrazano Narrows Bridge, named for the famous explorer, opened in 1964 and is the longest suspension bridge in the world

SUMMARY OF EXPLORATIONS:
Verrazano was sent on the first voyages by the King of France to find a western route to China. He had 4 ships, 2 of them were shipwrecked, but luckily 1 survived and it was sent back carrying prizes such as gold, silver, and spices. He sailed south until he reached Carolina. Verrazano was the first European to enter New York Harbor.