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1565
1564
First permanent French colony established at Fort Caroline, Florida in the New World.
1540
Francisco Vásquez de Coronado explores the Southwestern region for new discoveries and resources.
1513
Vasco Núñez de Balboa discovers Pacific Ocean, first European to do so from the Americas.
Juan Ponce de León explores Florida searching for the Fountain of Youth.
1497
European explorers reach North America, led by John Cabot's eastern coast expedition.
1492
Columbus sets up initial Spanish settlement in La Navidad, modern-day Haiti for exploration.
Columbus lands in Hispaniola during his inaugural journey to the Americas.
1400
Decline of Native American civilization due to environmental and social changes in North America.
1350
Cahokia, a significant Native American city, is deserted, leaving its impressive legacy behind.
Cahokia Mounds' decline marks the end of Mississippian culture in the region.
1300
Climate in North America changed during the Little Ice Age, impacting the region's weather patterns.
1300
Ancestral Puebloans saw civilizational decline, left cliff dwellings in the Southwest.
1275
Severe drought affecting southwestern region leads to water scarcity and agricultural challenges.
1150
1150
Ancestral Pueblo culture originated in the Southwest region of the United States.
1100
Mississippians construct Moundville, a mound city located in Alabama.
Ancestral Puebloans built Mesa Verde's cliff dwellings in Colorado, showcasing advanced ancient architecture.
1000
Pre-Columbian civilizations thrived in Mesoamerica and South America before European arrival.
Cahokia rose as a significant Mississippian city, showcasing extensive architecture and cultural influence.
Leif Erikson first European to see North America.
700
100
Ancestral Puebloans settled in American Southwest, leaving archaeological sites and cliff dwellings.