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John Adams's life. These are only some of the major events that affected the life and times of
John, his family, and friends. For example, John is 13 years old when Ponce de Leon of Spain lands in Florida. Later, his exploration is associated with the quest for a magic fountain of youth
| Age | Date | Event |
|---|
| 8 |
1508 |
Leonardo da Vinci begins compiling notebooks on mechanics, astronomy, and his inventions |
| 43 |
1543 |
Copernicus forms the hypothesis that the planets revolve around the sun |
| Age | Date | Event |
|---|
| 13 |
1513 |
Ponce de Leon of Spain lands in Florida. Later, his exploration is associated with the quest for a magic fountain of youth |
| 40 |
1540 |
Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto explores southeastern states searching for gold and discovers the Mississippi River. |
| Age | Date | Event |
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| 22 |
1522 |
Ferdinand Magellan returns from his voyage that began in 1519 and becomes the first person to sail around the world. |
