Alvar Nuñez Cabeza de Vaca Travels through North America, 1542 Spanish explorer, Alvar Nuñez Cabeza de Vaca, traveled across the Gulf South, from Florida to Mexico. As he traveled, Cabeza de Vaca developed a reputation as a faith healer. In his account he claimed several instances of performing miracles, illustrating his spiritual beliefs as well … Continue reading Alvar Nuñez Cabeza de Vaca Travels through North America, 1542