1650 FRENCH MAP by Nicolas Sanson repeats a far-north start for Soto's march. However, Honda Gulf is squeezed between Tocobaga and St. Joseph bays. The southernmost bay is designated Juan Ponce. The main purpose of the chart was to substantiate a weak French claim to Carolina. (Library of Congress)
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Boldly Onward - America's Adelantados - by Lindsey Williams