Amerigo Vespucci was the first to recognize that the land Christopher Columbus claimed to be Asia, was not actually Asia, but in fact, a “New World” later to be named after Amerigo, himself. Born in the fifteenth century, Vespucci was well educated and especially fond of cartography. Although born and raised in Italy, he lived for many years in Spain and held many different jobs before he embarked on his first journey. Vespucci set sail a total of four times, each voyage bringing its unique discoveries and challenges.
Early Years
Born in Florence, Italy, Amerigo Vespucci was the third of five Vespucci children (Antonio, Bernardo, Agnoletta, and Gerolamo). Some accounts state that he was born on March 9, 1451, while others say 1454. Nastagio
Early Years
Born in Florence, Italy, Amerigo Vespucci was the third of five Vespucci children (Antonio, Bernardo, Agnoletta, and Gerolamo). Some accounts state that he was born on March 9, 1451, while others say 1454. Nastagio