Hernando De Soto was a 15th century Spanish explorer known for exploring North America. Some key facts about him include: - He was born in 1496 in Jerez De Los Caballeros, Spain. - He explored areas along the Mississippi River and Louisiana in North America. - He was Roman Catholic and had a background as a military commander and explorer before exploring North America. - His Facebook page shows photos from his explorations and information about his background, interests, and contact details.