spanish explorer hernando de soto was likely the first european to
A. Meet American Indians in South Carolina
B. Begin a settlement in South Carolina
C. Find gold in South Carolina
D. See the interior of South carolina
D. See the interior of South Carolina
Which explorer was the first to lead Europeans into South Carolina?
The first explorer to lead Europeans into South Carolina was Spanish explorer Juan Pardo.
D. See the interior of South Carolina.
Hernando de Soto was a Spanish explorer who embarked on an expedition through the southeastern United States, including present-day South Carolina, in the 16th century. He was likely the first European to venture into the interior of South Carolina, encountering various Native American tribes along the way. However, he did not establish a settlement or find gold in South Carolina.