WHICH EUROPEAN EXPLORER IS CREDITED WITH DISCOVERING SIERRA LEONE IN THE 15TH CENTURY

• A. Vasco da Gama
• B. Christopher Columbus
• C. Ferdinand Magellan
• D. Pedro de Sintra ✓

The answer to the question is: D. Pedro de Sintra

Pedro de Sintra is credited with discovering Sierra Leone in the 15th century. Pedro de Sintra was a Portuguese navigator and explorer who is known for his exploration of the West African coast. In 1462, he reached the coast of Sierra Leone, making him the first European to discover the area.

Pedro de Sintra’s discovery of Sierra Leone was significant as it marked the beginning of European exploration and trade in the region. His exploration paved the way for subsequent European involvement in West Africa, including the establishment of trading posts and the transatlantic slave trade.

Sintra’s discovery of Sierra Leone contributed to the broader European exploration of Africa during the Age of Discovery. It also played a role in shaping the history and development of Sierra Leone as a nation.