Florida, Texas and Northern Mexico in the 1500s. Top Ten Surprises

Whereas early explorers often dismiss the people they meet on their journeys as savages, Cabeza de Vaca's eight years amongst the people of North America meant that he had to develop a deeper knowledge of them. Here we discuss some ways in which the explorer sees the people he meets as more than just cliches. What were some of the other standout aspects to Cabeza de Vaca's document?