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In the early 1530s, while on Francisco Pizarro's expedition, Hernando de Soto helped conquer Peru. In 1539 he set out for North America, where he discovered the Mississippi River. De Soto died of fever on May 21, 1542, in Ferriday, Louisiana.Aug 19, 2020
Died: May 21, 1542, Ferriday, Louisiana
Profession: Conquistador
