Estevanico

Estevanico, as a slave of Andr

After the expedition's ships were wrecked near present-day Galveston Island, Texas, Estevanico was among the few survivors. The group was stranded and faced starvation, disease, and attacks by indigenous peoples.

During his years of wandering across the American Southwest, Estevanico learned multiple indigenous languages and served as a healer and trader. He gained a reputation among various tribes, which facilitated the group's survival and movement.

Estevanico, along with

Estevanico was sent ahead as a scout for the expedition led by Fray Marcos de Niza to find the legendary Seven Cities of C

Estevanico was killed by Zuni warriors at the pueblo of Hawikuh (present-day New Mexico) after reportedly demanding turquoise and women. His death ended the expedition's advance and led to conflicting reports about the fate of C