Juan Ponce de Leon

Juan Ponce de León y Figueroa[1] (Spanish pronunciation: ['xwam 'poNθe ðe le'on]; 1474 – July 1521)[2] was a Spanish explorer. He became the first Governor of Puerto Rico by appointment of the Spanish crown. He led the first European expedition to Florida, which he named. He is associated with the legend of the Fountain of Youth, reputed to be in Florida.