1. Chinese Explorer: Zheng He
Chinese explorer who commanded several treasure fleets – Chinese ships that explored and traded across Asia and Africa.
His expeditions greatly expanded China’s trade.
Name: Zheng He
Birth/Death:  
Nationality: Chinese 
Birthplace: China

2. Zheng He sailed for the Ming Dynasty
Zheng He was a Chinese explorer who lead seven great voyages on behalf of the Chinese emperor.
These voyages traveled through the South China Sea, Indian Ocean, Arabian Sea, Red Sea, and along the east coast of Africa.
His seven total voyages were diplomatic, military, and trading ventures, and lasted from 1405 – However, most historians agree their main purpose was to promote the glory of Ming dynasty China.

3. Zheng He’s Ships

4. Columbus (Spain) vs. Zheng He (Ming China)
Christopher Columbus  had small ships- 40 feet wide Only 3 ships Small voyages
Had a crew of men Killed innocent people  Stole Indigenous People’s land
Died in prison in Spain
Zheng He Big ships and 538 feet long by 210 feet wide 317 ships (treasure ships) Big/more voyages (7 major voyages)
Up to 30,000 crew Had respect for Indigenous people  Returned leaders to their countries
Died at sea off of Calicut, India and had major memorial for him in China