What did Cortes gain from his discoveries?

Cortes gained the following from his discoveries:

* Wealth: Cortes and his men looted the Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan, taking vast quantities of gold, silver, and other valuables.

* Land: Cortes claimed Mexico for Spain, establishing a vast new colony that would become one of the most important in the Spanish Empire.

* Power: Cortes became one of the most powerful men in the Spanish Empire, serving as governor of Mexico and captain-general of New Spain.

* Fame: Cortes's exploits were widely celebrated in Europe, making him one of the most famous explorers of his time.

Who were the four explorers?

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