Henry Hudson explores Hudson River (jan 1, 1609 – jan 1, 1610)
Description:
Henry Hudson searched for a Northwest passage. He sailed up a broad river later named after him, the Hudson River. This expedition established Dutch claims to the surrounding area that would become New Amsterdam (and later New York)Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1609
jan 1, 1610
~ 12 months