John Cabot (jan 1, 1450 – jan 1, 1499)
Description:
John Cabot was a Venetian explorer who was famous for traveling to North America and claiming Canada for England. He was also able to prove that there are shorter sea routes across the Atlantic Ocean which aided British Colonies. While trying to go back to North America in 1498, he disappeared thus his final days are unknown.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1450
jan 1, 1499
~ 49 years