Juan Ponce de Leon was a Spanish explorer born in 1460 in Spain. He served in the Spanish army and later led expeditions to explore lands for Spain, including becoming the first European to set foot in what is now Florida in 1513 while searching for the mythical Fountain of Youth. Basic biographical information is provided, including his birthdate, hometown, religion, and military and political affiliations. Photos and information about his explorations are displayed on his Facebook profile page.