Vasco Núñez de Balboa discovers Pacific Ocean, first European to do so from the Americas.

Explorer Vasco Núñez de Balboa achieved a historic milestone when he became the first European to set eyes on the Pacific Ocean from the Americas. This momentous event occurred during his expedition through the Isthmus of Panama. The sighting of the vast and unknown Pacific Ocean marked a pivotal moment in the Age of Exploration, opening up new possibilities for trade and navigation between Europe and Asia. Balboa's daring journey and discovery laid the foundation for future explorations and the eventual European colonization of the Americas. His feat remains a testament to the spirit of adventure and discovery that characterized the exploration of the New World. #VascoNúñezdeBalboa #PacificOcean #Exploration #Americas #HistoricDiscovery