No. Columbus was. A great deal of what he wrote and claimed was a lie. He only reached south America.
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Amerigo Vespucci explored the coast of South America, particularly the eastern coast. He also navigated through the Caribbean islands and the northern part of South America. His explorations helped contribute to the distinction between the New World and Asia.
Amerigo Vespucci explored parts of the eastern coast of South America, including present-day Brazil and Venezuela. He also navigated along the coast of Central America and explored the Caribbean region. His voyages helped to map and define the contours of the New World.
Amerigo Vespucci's life was interesting in that he was born to a wealthy family in Florence, Italy and began his adult life working for a banker. He was sent to Spain by the banker and there he began working on ships. Later, he was known for his explorations of Brazil and America.
Amerigo Vespucci crossed the Atlantic Ocean during his voyages to the Americas. He explored coastlines and navigated rivers such as the Amazon River and the Orinoco River.