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Europeans Explore the New World History Overview
Europeans came to the Americas for various motives claiming wealth adventure and land for their nations. The Old World and New World terms emerged as Norse Columbus and settlers shaped early colonies. Notable events include 1492 Columbus Caribbean 1565 St Augustine 1607 Jamestown 1608 Quebec 1638 Delaware River Swedes and 1812 Russians on California coast.
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Americas
Europe
New World
Caribbean
St. Augustine
Florida
Jamestown Colony
Quebec
Canada
Delaware River
California