In 1527, Narvaez expedition sailed from spain hoping to establish settlement along the Gulf of Mexico. The tricky current brought them to Tampa bay, florida.
Finally on the shore after several weeks of drifting!. How are we going from here to Mexico?
Narvaez tried to sail to Mexico , but a strong wind blew the boat to Galveston, Texas.
To get to Mexico City from the east Texas coast, they had to walk about 2,600 miles, cross Rio Grande river, Sierra Madre mountains and desert.
It was year of 1528, only 4 of us left. What should we do to get to Mexico City?
Cabeza had to eat whatever available to survival. He learnt 4 Indian languages and became friend With Indians.
I would do anything to survive. This fire certainly helped me warm.
Cabeza did an operation in 1535,which is believed to be the first documented surgery done in North America.
I save that man’s life using this Knife. Finally, they trusted me as a friend.
Cabeza net Spaniards near Gulf of California.
“The Christians” said bad things about me to my India friends. Fortunately, my friends trust me.
I want to capture then as slaves
The journey took 21 months and required a special combination of skill, patience and the goodwill of may Native ASmericans met along the way..