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Balboa revolutionized navigation, conquering the seas with daring ambition. He unveiled the Pacific, transforming maps and dreams. A true trailblazer, his legacy echoes through maritime history, a reminder of audacity and exploration's allure.
Balboa Trivia
Who was the first European to cross the Isthmus of Panama and reach the Pacific Ocean? (Advanced)
#1: Vasco Núñez de Balboa
#2: Ferdinand Magellan
#3: Hernán Cortés
#4: Francisco Pizarro
What is Vasco Núñez de Balboa best known for? (Easy)
#1: Discovering gold in South America
#2: Being the first governor of Panama
#3: Crossing the Isthmus of Panama
#4: Leading a naval fleet
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Balboa Fun Facts
Balboa Park in San Diego, California, is larger than New York City's Central Park and is home to over 1,200 species of exotic plants.
Balboa was the first European to see the Pacific Ocean, which he discovered in 1513 while navigating through present-day Panama.
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