What area did Francis Drake claim for England during his circumnavigation?
New Albion
New Spain
New France
New Amsterdam
Answer
During his circumnavigation, Francis Drake claimed the area he called "New Albion" for England. New Albion was located on the west coast of North America, in present-day California. This claim marked the beginning of English interest in the region and challenged Spanish dominance in the Pacific.
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