1m

The Significance of de Soto

Scott Pardue

Scott Pardue shares the significance of de Soto's exploration throughout the Southeastern United States.

1m 30s

De Soto: A Tragic Figure

Scott Pardue

If de Soto had returned to Spain he would not have been a hero since he failed to find gold.

2m

Chickasaws Complete the de Soto Story

Scott Pardue

Scott Pardue believes it is important for the Chickasaws to share their perspective of de Soto.

2m

The Chickasaws: Knowing of de Soto's Brutality and Demands

Richard Green

The Chickasaws had heard of de Soto’s brutality on the “Indian grapevine” and retreated to their villages.

1m

Second Attack Drives de Soto Away

Richard Green

Richard Green notes that in a subsequent attack, the Chickasaws did lose a few warriors to de Soto’s army, but succeeded in driving him away.