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Which African American founded the North Star newpaper?
Frederick Douglass founded the North Star Newspaper in 1847.
Why did Isabella i and Ferdinand II pay for Columbus's first journey?
They hoped he would find a new trade route to Asia.
What is the first city founded in continental US?
Saint Augustine, Florida is widely recognized as the oldest, continually occupied settlement of Europeans on the North American continent. That's probably the answer for your homework question. There were some earlier settlements in the Caribbean islands.
Which two island did the vikings establish settlements before coming to north American?
I believe Iceland and the Faroe Islands
Why did French merchants help set up settlements in North America?
They wanted to reap the wealth that came from the fur trade, which was highly successful in the North American wilderness.
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