The Journey of Alvar Nuñez Cabeza De Vaca

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Who was the Governor that led the expedition from Spain in 1527?

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Panfilo de Narvaez

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What was the main goal of the expedition led by Panfilo de Narvaez?

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To conquer and govern the provinces from the river of the Palms to the Cape of Florida.

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How many vessels and men were part of the expedition?

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Five vessels and about 600 men.

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Who was Cabeza de Vaca in the expedition?

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He was the treasurer and alguacil mayor.

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What happened at the Island of Santo Domingo?

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The expedition stayed for nearly forty-five days to gather supplies, and over 140 men deserted.

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What was the outcome of the storm at Cape Santa Cruz?

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The ships were lost, and sixty people and twenty horses perished.

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What did the expedition find at the village of Apalachen?

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Plenty of ripe maize, dry corn, and deer skins.

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What challenges did the expedition face while traveling inland?

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They faced hunger, difficult terrain, and attacks from the Indians.

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What did the Indians tell the expedition about the province of Apalachen?

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That it had much gold and everything they esteemed.

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What decision did the Governor make about the ships and the inland journey?

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He decided to leave the ships and explore inland, despite opposition.