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The Southern United States in the 1500s. 7. Crossing Georgia and South Carolina

(7 of 25) The expedition travels through Atlantic coastal states. What does de Soto see as he travels through Georgia and South Carolina, and who does he meet?

The Southern United States in the 1500s. 6. Seeking a Port in Florida and a Prince in Georgia

(6 of 25) In this episode, de Soto reaches the Florida panhandle. Where did de Soto cross over from Florida to Georgia?

The Southern United States in the 1500s. 5. Battles and Chains in Florida

(5 of 25) As the expedition explored Florida, what were relations like with the local people of Florida? 

The Southern United States in the 1500s. 4. Slaves, Gold and Food: Meeting the People of South Western Florida

(4 of 25) What were the first meetings like between de Soto and local leaders in Florida?

The Southern United States in the 1500s. 3. A Captive in Florida

(3 of 25) The expedition finally makes it to the North American mainland. How were de Soto’s first days in Florida?

The Southern United States in the 1500s. 2. A Cuban Trek

(2 of 25) The expedition makes its way across the Atlantic to reach Cuba. What was Cuba like, four decades after the Spanish began its colonisation?

The Southern United States in the 1500s. 1. Introduction - Hernando de Soto Prepares to Depart

(1 of 25) An account of one of the first European expeditions to explore the southerly states of the US, including some of the earliest written descriptions by Europeans of Georgia, North and South Carolina, Alabama and Arkansas. Does Hernando de Soto, the leader of expedition, find the wealth and prestige he craves?

Francis Drake’s Voyage About The World. Top Ten Surprises

In the narrative about Francis' Drakes journey around the world, what moments stood out the most?

Francis Drake’s Voyage About The World. Top Ten Events

What were the main events that took place during Francis Drake's voyage around the world? Here we take a look at the document about Drake's journey, previously serialised on Long History in 20 episodes, and pick out some of the main events. 

After Magellan. 10. Urdaneta’s Spice Islands

(10 of 10) Urdaneta has returned home, but in this final episode he gives his description of the Spice Islands as he sees them. How were the Spice Islands described by Europeans in the 1500s?